Order Afrosoricida Higher classification Amblysomus | Phylum Chordata Family Chrysochloridae Scientific name Amblysomus corriae Rank Species | |
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Similar Highveld golden mole, Duthie's golden mole, Marley's golden mole, Robust golden mole, Yellow golden mole | ||
The fynbos golden mole (Amblysomus corriae) is a species of mammal in the golden mole family, Chrysochloridae. It is endemic to South Africa.
Its natural habitats are fynbos Mediterranean shrubland vegetation, temperate forests, subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, moist savanna, temperate shrubland, temperate grassland, subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland, sandy shores, arable land, pastureland, plantations, rural gardens, urban areas, and introduced vegetation.
It is threatened by habitat loss.
References
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