Presence and ecological distribution of Mus "spretoides"1 and Mus musculus domesticus in Israel Circum-Mediterranean vicariance in the genus Mus

Key Points

• The ecological distribution of Mus spretoides and Mus musculus domesticus was assessed across various ecosystems in Israel.
• Analysis revealed distinct ecological niches for both species, contributing to our understanding of vicariance in the genus Mus.
• The approach involved field surveys and ecological modeling to study species presence and distribution patterns in different habitats.
• Findings imply a complex interaction of ecological factors that shape the distribution of these Mus species within the region.