MAMMALS

MOLES

Moles are not generally seen in daytime. If they travel over the surface this is normally done at night. Moles are solitary creatures except in April which is the breeding season. They build tunnel networks that they defend aggressively. Several moles may be in the same field, each will have their own network. Tunnels are built on several levels with digging taking place throughout the year. Moles feed on earthworms and small insects which become trapped when they drop into the tunnels. When the food source moves nearer to the surface following wet weather moles follow. This is when mole hills are most likely to be seen because the excess soil is pushed upwards. Moles are active day and night, working and sleeping in four hour shifts.