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Condylura

Condylura

9.9
A North American mole with a star-shaped nose that helps it feel and find food quickly
  • noun
  • /kɒnˈdɪljʊrə/
  • Specialized
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  • The genus Condylura is best known for its distinctive star-nosed mole species.

Examples

  • The genus Condylura includes fascinating creatures recognized for their star-shaped nose.

  • Unlike other moles, Condylura uses its star-shaped nose to detect prey with remarkable speed.

  • Researchers studied the underground burrows created by Condylura in wetlands.

  • The Condylura is often found in wetland areas.

  • Did you know that the Condylura has a unique star-shaped nose?

  • Researchers observed how Condylura moles thrive in their wetland habitats.

  • The star-nosed mole, a member of Condylura, is known for its exceptional sense of touch.

Compounds

Condylura cristata
  • Specialized
9.9

A small mole with a pink star-shaped ring of feelers on its nose that it uses to find food

Surface Forms

Condylura singular
Condyluras plural

Etymology

Condylura comes from two Greek parts, kondylos meaning 'knuckle' and oura meaning 'tail'. A helpful way to remember this name is to imagine a small animal named for a strange body part. That's fitting because Condylura is the group of moles best known for the star-shaped nose of the star-nosed mole.