Question 2 of 21

Where is the mole's habitat?

... Moles are underground creatures.

Question 3 of 21

What sense is most important to moles?

... The sense of touch is the most important sense for moles.

Question 4 of 21

How well does the mole see in the dark underground tunnels that are its natural habitat?

... The mole has very small eyes and is practically blind, so it must rely on its other senses.

Question 5 of 21

What does the mole use the tip of its snout for?

... The tip of the mole's snout is covered with tiny bumps that are sensitive to everything it touches, making up for the mole's poor eyesight.

Question 6 of 21

What do moles use to dig a tunnel?

... The mole starts the tunnel with its snout, and then uses its shovel-shaped clawed feet to dig out the dirt.

Question 7 of 21

What do moles like to put in special storage places to eat in the future?

... Moles like to store away juicy worms for a future late-night snack.

Question 8 of 21

How much do moles eat?

... Moles have a very high metabolism, and eat two to three times their body weight in a day.

Question 9 of 21

What animals will a mole eat?

... Moles like a tasty lizard or a mouse, now and again.

Question 10 of 21

When do moles mate?

... Moles mate during late winter or early spring.

Question 11 of 21

How many mole babies are born from a pregnancy?

... Three to seven babies may be born.

Question 12 of 21

When do moles mature?

... Moles mature at only 10 months old.

Question 13 of 21

What is the lifespan of a mole?

... Moles live four to five years.

Question 14 of 21

How do moles spoil the appearance of gardens and golf courses?

... Moles make unsightly ridges and mounds, disturbing the appearance of the lawn and in the case of golf courses, perhaps a game.

Question 15 of 21

What is the skin of moles used for?

... Mole skins are used to make beautiful, warm coats.

Question 16 of 21

How many tentacle-like feelers does the star-nosed mole have on the end of its snout?

... There are 22 feelers, and they are sensory organs are used to help the mole hunt for food.

Question 17 of 21

How many species of moles are there?

... There are 30 species of moles.

Question 18 of 21

What is unusual about the golden mole?

... It is not a mole, it just is suited to living underground like a mole.

Question 19 of 21

Where does the mole sleep?

... In the center of the tunnels, the mole creates a sleeping nest.

Question 20 of 21

How can a mole destroy a garden?

... Aside from the unattractive ridges and mounds that a mole can create, the root systems of grass and plants are also destroyed.

Question 21 of 21

How long can a mole go without food?

... Because moles have such high metabolisms, 10 to 12 hours is the maximum time a mole can go without.