Rare Golden Mole Rediscovered After 85 Years

The De Winton's golden mole, believed to be lost since 1936, has been rediscovered alive and well in South Africa. Researchers used environmental DNA (eDNA) to detect the mole's presence in sandy dunes along the northwest coast. This marks the 11th species to be rediscovered since the Search For Lost Species initiative began in 2017. The finding highlights the importance of protecting the few remaining habitats where these rare moles can be found.