Broad-footed Mole vs Meadow Waxcap
Scapanus latimanus compared with Cuphophyllus pratensis
Taxonomic Classification
| Rank | Broad-footed Mole | Meadow Waxcap |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Animalia (Animals) | Fungi (Fungi) |
| Phylum | Chordata (Chordates) | Basidiomycota (Club Fungi) |
| Class | Mammalia (Mammals) | Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms) |
| Order | Soricomorpha (Soricomorpha) | Agaricales (Gilled Mushrooms) |
| Family | Talpidae | Hygrophoraceae |
| Genus | Scapanus | Cuphophyllus |
| Species | Scapanus latimanus | Cuphophyllus pratensis |
Conservation Status
Broad-footed Mole
LC — Least ConcernMeadow Waxcap
LC — Least ConcernPhysical Characteristics
| Attribute | Broad-footed Mole | Meadow Waxcap |
|---|---|---|
| Diet | — | — |
| Average Lifespan | — | — |
| Average Length | — | — |
| Average Weight | — | — |
Habitat & Geographic Range
Broad-footed Mole
Habitat
Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Meadow Waxcap
Habitat
Typically found in forest floors, decomposing wood, and soil ecosystems.
Range
Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States.
Broad-footed Mole
The Broad-footed Mole (Scapanus latimanus) is a species in the genus Scapanus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Meadow Waxcap
No description available.
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