Northern Broad-footed Mole (Scapanus latimanus) is in the Moles and Desmans family (Talpidae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 1,674 research-grade observations of it in our sample, peaking in April.
Seasonal pattern in the national data: seasonal. Counts also reflect when people are out photographing, so compare months within a state rather than across states.
When to photograph Northern Broad-footed Mole: observations by month (U.S.)
About Northern Broad-footed Mole
The broad-footed mole (Scapanus latimanus) is a species of mammal in the family Talpidae. It is found in Baja California in Mexico and in California, Nevada and Oregon in the United States at elevations up to 3000 m above sea level.From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Northern Broad-footed Mole by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | 1,654 | April | Mar–Jun |
| Nevada | 12 | June | May–Jul |
| Oregon | 8 | June | Mar–Jun |
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 Northern Broad-footed Mole?
Nationally, April has the most observations, with the main season from March to June.
Where is Northern Broad-footed Mole most often seen?
The most observations come from California, Nevada, Oregon.