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| Kingdom | : | Animalia |
| Phylum | : | Chordata |
| Class | : | Mammalia |
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| Order | : | Soricomorpha |
| Family | : | Talpidae |
| Scientific Name | : | Talpidae |
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| Type | : | Mammal |
| Diet | : | Omnivore |
| Size | : | 12-15cm (4.7-5.9in) |
| Weight | : | 250-550g (8.8-19.4oz) |
| Top Speed | : | 6km/h (4mph) |
| Life Span | : | 3-6 years |
| Lifestyle | : | Solitary |
| Conservation Status | : | Threatened |
| Colour | : | Brown, Grey, Black, White |
| Skin Type | : | Fur |
| Favourite Food | : | Earthworms |
| Habitat | : | Woodland, grassland and farmland |
| Average Litter Size | : | 4 |
| Main Prey | : | Earthworms. Insects, Mice |
| Predators | : | Cats, Owls, Foxes |
| Special Features | : | Long curved claws and pointed snout |