Star-nosed Mole (Noun)
Meaning
Amphibious mole of eastern North America having pink fleshy tentacles around the nose.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The star-nosed mole is well adapted to its aquatic environment, with a thick layer of fur that helps to repel water and keep it warm.
- Researchers have long been fascinated by the unique organ of the star-nosed mole, which consists of 22 fleshy tentacles surrounding its nostrils.
- The star-nosed mole is a carnivorous mammal that feeds on aquatic insects, worms, and other small invertebrates it encounters while foraging.
- Star-nosed moles are capable of detecting seismic vibrations in the water, allowing them to locate prey even in murky or cloudy conditions.
- In the wild, the star-nosed mole can be found in wetlands, ponds, and streams throughout eastern North America, from Canada to the northeastern United States.