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Published online 11 February 2004 | Nature | doi:10.1038/news040209-6
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Curious mice need room to run
Lab mice like a little extra space and a cage with a few frills.
Laboratory mice may need to satisfy their curiosity just as much as they need food and water, according to a study of mouse behaviour1. They'll even take antidepressants if they aren't given the chance to run around and explore2.
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