Hairy-tailed Mole (Parascalops breweri) is in the Moles and Desmans family (Talpidae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 1,049 research-grade observations of it in our sample, peaking in June.
Seasonal pattern in the national data: summer visitor / breeder. Counts also reflect when people are out photographing, so compare months within a state rather than across states.
When to photograph Hairy-tailed Mole: observations by month (U.S.)
About Hairy-tailed Mole
The hairy-tailed mole (Parascalops breweri), also known as Brewer's mole, is a medium-sized North American mole. It is the only member of the genus Parascalops. The species epithet breweri refers to Thomas Mayo Brewer, an American naturalist.From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Hairy-tailed Mole by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vermont | 171 | June | May–Oct |
| New York | 164 | June | May–Jul |
| Ohio | 152 | June | Mar–Oct |
| Pennsylvania | 119 | June | Apr–Nov |
| Massachusetts | 92 | June | May–Aug |
| New Hampshire | 86 | June | May–Sep |
| Maine | 61 | June | May–Aug |
| North Carolina | 49 | June | Mar–Dec |
| West Virginia | 42 | May | Feb–Jul |
| Tennessee | 31 | July | Apr–Jul |
| Virginia | 29 | June | Apr–Jun |
| Maryland | 22 | April | Apr–Sep |
| Kentucky | 17 | May | Apr–May |
| Connecticut | 12 | July | May–Jul |
Main season = months with at least 30% of the state's peak-month count.
Related mammals (Moles and Desmans)
Photography tips
- Keep a legal and safe distance: 100 yards from bears and wolves and 25 yards from other large animals in national parks.
- Dawn and dusk are peak activity times for most mammals.
- Use your car as a blind on wildlife drives.
FAQ
When is the best time to photograph Hairy-tailed Mole?
Nationally, June has the most observations, with the main season from April to October.
Where is Hairy-tailed Mole most often seen?
The most observations come from Vermont, New York, Ohio.