Chrysochloris arenosa

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Zulu Golden Mole Amblysomus hottentotus
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Its cylindrical body is covered in shiny fur ranging from reddish brown to dark brown, and its eyes are hidden beneath skin. It digs underground tunnels and eats worms and insects.
Robust Golden Mole Amblysomus robustus
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The robust golden mole digs through soil and eats insects and earthworms. Its eyes and ears are hidden by fur.
Cape Golden Mole Chrysochloris asiatica
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The Cape golden mole lives by digging underground tunnels. It has a pointed head and sturdy forefeet, and inhabits sandy areas of southwestern South Africa.
De Winton's Golden Mole Cryptochloris wintoni
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An underground golden mole from sandy ground on South Africa's west coast. It was confirmed alive in 2023 after decades without a record.