Roman Mole

Talpa romana

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Soricomorpha · Talpidae

About

The Roman mole is a species of mammal in the family Talpidae. It is endemic to central-southern Italy. It was last recorded on Sicily in 1885. There is also an unconfirmed report about an isolated subpopulation in the Vars region of southern France.

Fun Fact

Males defend territories of 2–3 square kilometres normally and up to 7 square kilometres during the breeding season.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in a wide variety of habitats, including dense forests, woodland, fields, pastures, grasslands, and olive groves, from sea level up to an elevation of 2,000 m.

Diet

Feeds mainly on earthworms and insect larvae.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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