The star-nosed mole is the Guinness World Records title holder of fastest mammalian eater.  

Moles can identify, capture and eat their prey, generally insects and worms, in an average of about 230 milliseconds. That's about a quarter of a second!

Moles are small mammals belonging to the family Talpidae and are known for their distinctive cylindrical bodies, short limbs, and powerful digging claws.

They are found in various habitats worldwide, including forests, grasslands, gardens, and agricultural fields, with species adapted to both terrestrial and semi-aquatic lifestyles.

Moles are fossorial animals, spending most of their lives underground in elaborate tunnel systems excavated using their specialized digging claws.

They have velvety fur that lies flat against their bodies, helping them move easily through soil and prevent it from clogging their tunnels.

Moles are carnivorous, feeding primarily on earthworms, insects, larvae, and other invertebrates found in the soil.

They have acute senses of touch and smell, allowing them to detect prey and navigate their subterranean environment effectively.

Moles construct various types of tunnels for different purposes, including feeding tunnels, travel tunnels, and nesting chambers.

Mole tunnels can extend for several feet underground and may have multiple entrances and exits, as well as ventilation shafts to provide fresh air.

While moles are solitary animals, they may occasionally share tunnel systems with other moles or use overlapping territories.

Moles play important ecological roles in soil health and structure, aerating the soil, controlling insect populations, and facilitating nutrient cycling.

Despite their beneficial ecological roles, moles can sometimes be considered pests in agricultural and urban areas, where their tunneling activities can damage lawns, gardens, and crops.

Moles have evolved specialized adaptations for their subterranean lifestyle, including reduced eyesight, powerful forelimbs, and modified saliva glands that produce a lubricating fluid to aid in digging.