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MOLE

Other Names: Eastern Mole, Star-Nosed Mole, Coast Mole, Townsend's Mole

The most noted characteristic of a mole is probably its webbed feet that are used like paddles to swim through the soil. It is this "swimming" motion that can sometimes inadvertently damage the roots of crops, plants and other shrubbery when they get too close to the surface.

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Description | Reproduction | Diet | Habitat

Description of the Mole

Most Common:

Eastern Mole

Color:

Gray to silvery gray

Weight:

3 to 6 ounces

Length:

5-8 inches

Tail Length:

1 inch

Body:

Short, thick body with velvety fur; pointed snout; front feet enlarged & rounded with sharp claws

Ears:

Very small & are concealed in fur

Eyes:

Very small & are concealed in fur

Lifespan:

3 years

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Reproduction of the Mole

Litter Size:

2-5 per litter

No. of Litters:

Sexual Maturity:

6-12 months

Gestation Period:

5-6 weeks

Breeding Season:

Outdoors: Spring

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Diet of the Mole

Daily Amount:		70 -100% of its bodyweight each day
Daily Water:		Utilizes moisture in food
Food Preferences:		Worms, grubs, beetles, other insects
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Habitat of the Mole

Geography:

There are 7 different species of Mole located throughout the US

Nest Location:

Outdoors: Underground runways just below the surface & in deep tunnels up to 12 inches below the surface; attracted to moist, shady lawns, parks, orchards

Home Range:

Up to 1 acre

Active Periods:

Night and day

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