Mole Hill Collection

Newmarket CB8 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Newmarket CB8 8

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Taupiniere; Mole-hill; Maulwurfshugel (engraving)
7197693 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Taupiniere; Mole-hill; Maulwurfshugel (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Taupiniere; Mole-hill; Maulwurfshugel)

Hampshire PO7 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Hampshire PO7 8

Common European mole C016 / 8758
The common mole, Tulpa europaea. A widespread mammal species, found throughout Europe except in South Western Spain and Southern Italy

Common European mole C016 / 8750
The common mole, Tulpa europaea. A widespread mammal species, found throughout Europe except in South Western Spain and Southern Italy

European Mole (Talpa europaea) molehills in frost and snow, at edge of river valley fen, Redgrave and Lopham Fen N. N
European Mole (Talpa europaea) molehills in frost and snow, at edge of river valley fen, Redgrave and Lopham Fen N.N.R. Waveney Valley, Suffolk, England, november

European Mole (Talpa europaea) fortress molehills, on path in snow covered river valley fen, Redgrave and Lopham Fen N.N.R. Waveney Valley, Suffolk, England, november

European Mole (Talpa europaea) molehill, emerging through snow, England, november

European Mole (Talpa europaea) molehills, in unimproved hay meadow habitat, Mickfield Meadow Nature Reserve, Mickfield, Suffolk, England, april

Domestic Chicken, Light Sussex, freerange cockerel, foraging on molehill, Essex, England, august

Domestic Chicken, Blue Copper Marans, freerange hen, foraging on molehill, Essex, England, august

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"Mole Hills: Nature's Sculptures in the English Countryside" Discover the hidden world of mole hills, scattered across picturesque landscapes like Newmarket CB8 8 and Hampshire PO7 These small mounds of earth, known as "taupiniere" or "mole-hill, " are beautifully captured in engravings from Le Vocabulaire Illustre. The Common European mole, with its velvety fur and powerful claws, is the mastermind behind these intricate formations. Its relentless digging creates a network of tunnels beneath our feet, resulting in these fascinating molehills that dot the countryside. In Suffolk, England, during April's awakening springtime, Meadow Pipits can be seen perched gracefully on top of these miniature mountains. They use them as vantage points to survey their surroundings before taking flight into the clear blue sky. Not only do birds find utility in mole hills; even European Blackbirds join in on the action. These resourceful females forage for insects and worms amidst the freshly turned soil found atop these mounds at Mersehead RSPB Reserve in Dumfries and Galloway. As autumn approaches Wolves Wood RSPB Reserve and Market Weston Fen become home to European Moles' creations. Molehills appear along paths within ancient coppiced woodland or nestled within valley fen reserves - testaments to nature's artistry persisting through changing seasons. These humble yet remarkable structures remind us of nature's ceaseless activity beneath our feet. So next time you come across a molehill while strolling through an English meadow or garden lawn like Bacton Suffolk - take a moment to appreciate this tiny masterpiece crafted by one of nature’s most industrious creatures.