THE FOOD OF ANIMALS 



most typical of these (Urotrichus] are found in Japan and North 

 America (fig. 328). These resemble moles more than shrews, 

 but the reverse is the case with a species (Uropsilus soricipes) 



Fig. 328. Hairy-tailed Mole-Shrew (Urotrichus) 



found in Thibet. The Common Mole (Talpa Enropcza) (fig. 329) 

 is a very good instance of an animal which has taken to under- 

 ground life, and has become modified in accordance with its 



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Fig. 329. Common Mole (Talpa EuropcEa) 



habits. The limbs are converted into powerful digging organs, 

 while the closely-set velvety fur is not readily soiled by contact 

 with earth. The eyes, being only in the way of such an animal, 



