star nosed mole with distinctive pink sensory nose appendages blue background close portrait

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Star-nosed mole with distinctive pink sensory nose appendages on blue background close-up portrait Royalty Free Stock Photo

Star-nosed mole with pink sensory tentacles and dark velvety fur against blue background close-up Royalty Free Stock Photo

Star-nosed mole with distinctive pink sensory nose appendages on blue background close-up portrait

Close-up of a star-nosed mole (Condylura cristata) against a blue background. The image captures the distinct pink, star-shaped nose of the mole, featuring 22 fleshy appendages used for tactile sensing. Its dense, velvety black fur and small, beady eyes are visible. The mole's specialized nose is highly sensitive, allowing it to detect prey with exceptional precision. This species is native to North America, often found in wetlands and moist habitats.