Moles Have Met Their Match

Because they spend a majority of their time underground, you're not likely to spot a mole cruising around your yard. However, there are many easily identifiable signs of a mole problem you can spot from above the surface. Look out for raised ridges or surface tunnels, patches of dead or discolored grass, and raised mounds of dirt that serve as entrances and exits of tunnels.

While voles are also a common tunneling pest, the two look nothing alike. Moles have a pointed snout, enlarged front feet, and eyes and ears too tiny to see. They're meat eaters in search of insects and grub. Voles have bigger, rounded ears and a reddish brown body. They look more similar to a mouse. They're herbivores and will only feed on roots, bulbs, bark, and seeds of plants and grasses.

Moles are typically found in areas of your property rich in organic matter and insects they can feed off of. If you've noticed a large presence of moles in your yard, you're likely also dealing with additional pests beneath the surface. Soil pests include a variety of insects including springtails, beetles, ants, mites, millipedes, and more.