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Parascaptor leucura
Diet
Earthworms and other soil invertebrates
Habitat
Montane forest, meadow and cultivated soil
Range
Northeastern South Asia, southern China and northern Myanmar
The white-tailed mole is a subterranean mammal distinguished by its short pale or whitish tail. It has dark velvety fur, reduced eyes, concealed ears and broad forefeet with strong claws. The species occurs from northeastern South Asia through southern China to northern Myanmar. (Wikipedia, general species account)
It inhabits montane forest, meadow and cultivated soils, excavating shallow feeding tunnels and deeper nest passages. Earthworms and other soil invertebrates form the diet. Its presence is most often indicated by raised ridges and displaced soil rather than direct sightings. (Wikipedia, general species account)