Quick answer
Moles are native to Europe and Asia. Mainland Britain and most of continental Europe, east into Russia; absent from Ireland.
Native range
Mainland Britain and most of continental Europe, east into Russia; absent from Ireland.
Continents and countries
Moles occur across Europe and Asia. Local populations depend on intact habitat, prey or food plants, and freedom from persecution.
Habitat types
Underground tunnels in grassland, woodland, gardens provides shelter and feeding grounds. Seasonal movement may follow rains, prey migrations, or breeding cycles.
Range changes
Historic range may exceed current distribution. Habitat loss, hunting, and climate shifts continue to affect where moles persist today.
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FAQs
Where do moles live in the wild?
Mainland Britain and most of continental Europe, east into Russia; absent from Ireland.
What habitat do moles prefer?
Underground tunnels in grassland, woodland, gardens
Are moles found near humans?
Some populations overlap farmland or suburbs; always observe wild moles from a safe distance.
Which continents have moles?
Europe and Asia.