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Uropsilus
Desmana Galemys Talpa Mogera Parascaptor Scaptochirus Scaptonyx Scapanulus Urotrichus Neurotrichus Scalopus Parascalops Scapanus Condylura Ref: Johns Hopkins 2002-08-02 | ||||||||||
A mole is a type of insectivore that lives under ground, burrowing holes. It feeds on small invertebrate animals living under ground. There are also similar-looking but herbivorous rodents called mole rats that enjoy a similar life-style and are commonly called "moles".
Moles are particularly disliked by gardeners and grounds-keepers whose lawns they ruin.
Many types of earth- burrowing machines take their names from moles.