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Are Moles Protected in the UK?
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Moles are more misunderstood than most garden pests. Here's what they actually are, and why Devon gardens suit them so well.
If you've found fresh molehills appearing across your lawn, it's worth understanding exactly what you're dealing with before deciding what to do about it. Here's a clear explanation from Pest Control Services Devon.
Moles are small, solitary mammals that spend almost their entire lives underground. They have powerful, paddle-like front paws specifically adapted for digging, poor eyesight (since they rarely need it), and an exceptional sense of touch and smell that lets them navigate and hunt in complete darkness.
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Moles are small, solitary mammals that spend nearly their entire lives underground, digging tunnels while hunting earthworms and soil insects — the molehills you see are simply the spoil pushed up during digging.
Devon's mild, damp climate supports healthy earthworm populations, and well-maintained gardens with soft, rich soil are exactly what moles are looking for.
Not directly — moles are carnivorous, feeding on earthworms and soil insects, though their tunnelling can disturb plant roots and lift small shrubs.
Moles are relatively small, usually around 12-16cm in body length, though their tunnel networks can cover a surprisingly large area.
Moles have very poor eyesight, since they spend almost their entire lives underground and rely instead on touch and smell to navigate and hunt.
Not necessarily in the way people assume — a mole's presence is often a sign of healthy, worm-rich soil, though the digging itself is still a genuine nuisance worth addressing.
Distinctive volcano-shaped molehills with no visible entrance hole are the clearest sign — we cover this in more detail in our guide to identifying mole damage.
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