Common Name
Broad-footed Mole
Order
Eulipotyphla
Family
Talpidae
Species Name
Scapanus latimanus
Status
Least concern
States
California
Nevada
Oregon
Distribution
South central Oregon to northern Baja California and Mexico.
Notes
Makes temporary foraging tunnels just below the soil surface, leaving a visible ridge in the soil. Feeds mainly on earthworms. Favors rich damp soils with little vegetation; avoids heavy clay or stony soils. Lighter grey pelage.