European Mole

Talpa europaea

Common & widespread in Britain, but are rarely seen as they spent 99.9% of their lives underground.

Unfortunately a few dead individuals are seen above ground.

Females are typically smaller than Males.

The eyes are small and hidden behind fur, while the ears are just small ridges in the skin.

The fur is usually dark grey, but the actual range of colours is larger, as due to the subterranean habits there is no disadvantage in having off-coloured fur.

European Moles with white, light grey, tan, taupe, and black fur have all been reported.