Mole Facts & Information

Moles typically have rounded, furry bodies. While most of their bodies are covered with black to gray fur, they have prominent, hairless snouts that extend nearly a half-inch in front of their mouths. Other identifying features are their hairless front claws that are oversized in relation to the rest of their bodies. These large, spiky appendages help moles effortlessly cut through and move significant amounts of soil. Since they spend so much time underground, their eyes are extremely small and concealed in fur to keep out dirt. Their #1 food source for moles is earthworms, which make up about 90% of their diet followed by grubs. Moles find their meal by feeling the vibration of the earthworm moving through the soil.

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These pests are known for digging intricate underground tunnels, using them as passageways for travel and as nests. The mole can live virtually anywhere with diggable soil, including grasslands, yards, lawns, sand dunes, and gardens. In fact, their preference for soil that is shaded, cool, moist, and populated by worms and grubs accounts for their attraction to lawns and parks. Moles are commonly thought to look like meadow mice, shrews, and pocket gophers. They are generally more active in late winter and early spring when mole breeding is at its peak. However, moles do not hibernate, they remain active all year long and are very territorial.