Giant Golden Mole (Chrysospalax trevelyani) — Endangered Mammalia

Giant Golden Mole

Chrysospalax trevelyani

Conservation Status

Endangered

Mammalia · Afrosoricida · Chrysochloridae

About

The giant golden mole is a small mammal found in Africa. At 23 centimetres (9.1 in) in length, it is the largest of the golden mole species. This mole has dark, glossy brown fur; the name golden comes from the Greek word for green-gold, also the source of the name of the family, Chrysochloridae.

Fun Fact

in) in length, it is the largest of the golden mole species.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to South Africa, mostly in a restricted area in the Eastern Cape.

Diet

Feed on the surface hiding in the leaf litter.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Loss
  • Poaching and Hunting
  • Human-Wildlife Conflict
  • Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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