Thursday, December 6, 2012

Star-nosed mole

Name : Star - nosed mole

A star-nosed mole 
Scientific nameCondylura cristata

Size: 15-20 cm

Lifespan: 2-4 years

more information:


         Star-nosed moles have a circle of 22 pink rays at its end of its snout. They are found in mostly Canada and northeastern United States.
        The star-nosed mole is blind. It uses its pink rays to identify its food and to find its way around.
         Did you know? Star-nosed moles are so sharp they can examine 13 targets every second?
        You can find out more at
        http://www.dumville.org/moles/starnosed.html

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