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Hairy-tailed Mole
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Hairy-tailed Mole
Parascalops breweri
The Hairy-tailed Mole is a small, furry creature that loves to dig in the ground. With its soft fur and tiny eyes, it spends most of its time underground, making tunnels and searching for food.
Habitat: Grasslands
Appearance
The Hairy-tailed Mole is a small mammal with a cylindrical body and very soft, dense dark gray to black fur. It has a short, thick tail notably covered in stiff hairs. Its front paws are large and shovel-like, while its tiny eyes and ears are hidden beneath its fur.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderSoricomorphaFamilyTalpidaeGenusParascalops
Category
MammalsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Their amazing tunnels help aerate the soil, which is great for plants and farms!
They spend almost their entire lives underground, rarely seen above the surface!
This mole can eat its own weight in worms and insects every single day!
Wow! Hairy-tailed Moles have an extra thumb bone that makes their digging claws even bigger!
Special abilities
Ability
Tunnel Architect
Hairy-tailed Moles can create extensive networks of underground tunnels because of their powerful forelimbs, which helps them find food and shelter.
Ability
Vibration Detector
Hairy-tailed Moles have a super sensitive snout that helps them detect ground vibrations, allowing them to locate worms and insects underground.
Ability
Oxygen Wizard
Hairy-tailed Moles have special blood that helps them breathe easier in low-oxygen tunnels because of unique hemoglobin adaptations.
Ability
Burrow Blocker
The Hairy-tailed Mole has a tough, bristly tail that helps them push loose soil behind them, keeping their tunnels clear.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 11-13 cm
- Weight
- 0.035-0.065 kg
- Lifespan
- 2-5 years
- Top Speed
- 2 km/h
- Litter Size
- 2-7
- Gestation
- 28-30 days
Diet & Feeding
These small moles primarily feast on yummy insects, worms, and other tiny creatures they find underground.
Primary Foods
- earthworms
- insect_larvae
- grubs
- beetles
- slugs
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
eaten by
Great Horned Owl
Bubo virginianus
An opportunistic predator of small mammals, including moles.
eaten by
Red Fox
Vulpes vulpes
Known to dig for prey like moles and voles.
hunts
Common Earthworm
Lumbricus terrestris
A primary food source, hunted using acute senses.
Traits
Furry
Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur.
Solitary
Solitary animals live alone for most of their lives, only interacting with others for mating or parental care.
Burrowing
Burrowing animals dig tunnels and chambers in the ground, using these subterranean structures for shelter, hunting, or breeding.
Grassland
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Insectivorous
This trait identifies organisms whose diet primarily consists of insects and other small invertebrates.
Speedster
This trait identifies organisms that exhibit exceptional swiftness in movement for hunting, escape, or travel.
Nocturnal
Nocturnal animals are primarily active during the nighttime hours, typically resting or sleeping during the day.
Also known as
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
If you see a mole, watch it from a distance and don't try to touch it. They are shy and prefer to stay underground.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Hairy-tailed Mole?
11-13 cm
How much does Hairy-tailed Mole weigh?
0.035-0.065 kg
How long does Hairy-tailed Mole live?
2-5 years
How fast can Hairy-tailed Mole move?
2 km/h
What does Hairy-tailed Mole eat?
These small moles primarily feast on yummy insects, worms, and other tiny creatures they find underground.
Where is Hairy-tailed Mole usually found?
Grasslands
How does Hairy-tailed Mole hunt?
Foraging
How many babies does Hairy-tailed Mole usually have?
2-7
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