Talpa – Moles
Small but mighty expert burrowers
They may be small in size, but they are big in their impact on the environment. These furry mammals are expert burrowers and tunnelers, using their powerful limbs and sharp claws to create intricate networks of underground pathways. Unfortunately, habitat destruction and fragmentation pose a serious threat to their survival.
To protect these elusive creatures, conservationists have implemented various measures such as preserving their habitats, reducing pesticide use, and creating wildlife corridors to connect fragmented habitats. With their unique physical adaptations and important ecological role, Talpa serves as a reminder of the remarkable diversity of life on our planet and the urgent need to protect it.
Species in this genus
European mole
A tiny creature that dwells below the surface in a complex system of tunnels and burrows