Unique teeth characteristics that help distinguish them from other small mammals. 2. Identification Steps for Your Project
Relatively long and thick, compared to most mole species. shrew mole
They prefer moist soil, often found in Oregon and Western Washington. Diet: They consume small earthworms and arthropods. Unique teeth characteristics that help distinguish them from
Use a bone chart to identify the skull and limb bones. They prefer moist soil, often found in Oregon
Based on your request, this information appears to relate to an where students reconstruct animal skeletons—specifically, distinguishing between shrew, mole, rodent, and bird remains—from owl pellets . 1. Key Identifying Features ( Shrew Mole ) Size: The smallest of the American moles. Appearance: Looks like a cross between a shrew and a mole.
Note the differences in skull shape between shrews (long, delicate) and moles (sturdier, broader). 3. Content for Your Paper