Japanese Mountain Mole

Oreoscaptor mizura

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Mammalia · Soricomorpha · Talpidae

About

The Japanese mountain mole is a species of Old World mole in the family Talpidae. It is endemic to Japan. It is the only member of the monotypic genus Oreoscaptor. Its natural habitats are temperate forests and temperate grassland.

Fun Fact

It was found that the muzzle of this species showed a unique groove on the ventral side, separating it from the rest of the moles in the family.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

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Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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