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golden mole

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noun

  1. any of several burrowing insectivores of the family Chrysochloridae, of southern Africa, the fur of which has an iridescent, often golden luster.


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After all the samples are analyzed, the team will be able to confirm whether the De Winton’s golden mole has been rediscovered.

From Washington Post ● Nov. 2, 2021

The earliest underground-dwelling mammal ever found, Docofossor might have been similar to an African golden mole, with short, wide digits good for digging.

From Scientific American ● Feb. 13, 2015

Like the golden mole, Docofossor had shovel-like fingers ideal for digging.

From Science Magazine ● Feb. 12, 2015

During the day, the golden mole keeps cool by hiding under the sand.

From Scientific American ● Mar. 22, 2011

Sometimes, if the golden mole is lucky, it might get something bigger and better – like a cricket.

From Scientific American ● Mar. 22, 2011

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