American Shrew Mole Neurotrichus gibbsii

Identification
This mole has a long tail and small eyes. It resembles a shrew in behavior.

Location
Not in Ohio

Size
0.3 to 0.5 ounces

Diet
It feeds on insects worms and small invertebrates.

Habitat
It does not occur in Ohio.

Activity Period
Year round

Behavior
It is fossorial and active year round. It is active year round.

Lifecycle
Breeding occurs in spring.

Population
The population is stable in its range.

History
It is native to the Pacific Northwest.

Human Interactions
It does not interact with humans in Ohio.

Facts
It is the smallest mole species in North America.

Sources
ODNR NatureServe

Insects worms small invertebrates | Forests moist soils | Not applicable