Marley's Golden Mole
Amblysomus marleyi
Conservation Status
Data DeficientMammalia · Afrosoricida · Chrysochloridae
About
Marley's golden mole is a species of burrowing mammal in the golden mole family, Chrysochloridae. It is found in South Africa and possibly Eswatini. It has been separated from Amblysomus hottentotus by Bronner. Its natural habitat is indigenous forests and moist grassland, and also gardens. It is classified as Endangered in the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. The main threats it faces are habitat degradation, either through overgrazing by cattle or the removal of vegetation for firewood, and urbanization.
Fun Fact
It has been separated from Amblysomus hottentotus by Bronner (1995b, 1996, 2000).
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in indigenous forests and moist grassland but also sometimes in gardens.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance