Star-Nosed Mole (Condylura cristata): The star-nosed mole is nearly silent, making only faint sniffing or squeaking sounds rarely heard above ground. Its primary sensory tool is its unique star-shaped nose, which detects electrical signals and textures, not sound. It navigates and hunts in dark, wet tunnels and underwater with exceptional speed and silence. Its fur traps air, allowing quiet swimming and reducing noise. Vision is nearly absent, and hearing is limited, making tactile and olfactory senses dominant. This lack of vocalization and quiet movement helps it avoid predators like owls and hawks. The star-nosed mole’s silent, subterranean life highlights adaptation to environments where sound is ineffective.
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