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Star Nosed Mole – The fastest forager in the world
No, this creature is not from the set of the next Alien sequel– the star-nosed mole is a Guinness record-holder, actually!
They are the fastest eaters, thanks to their odd nose appendages and their main choice of food are insects. The fleshy tendrils on their nose help them detect their prey, they are blind otherwise. So technically their ‘stars’ are not just their nose but their eyes, as well!
The speed with which they pick up scents is mind-blowing – scientists were baffled when they couldn’t determine the lowest input required to activate their sophisticated organ. They use their shovel-like claws to move through the ground, but they are excellent swimmers as well, thanks to their waterproof fur. They are native to Canada and certain parts of the United States.
Surely they don’t seem as creepy anymore, right?
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