Do moles have eyes?

They have a short, naked tail and a long, nake snout. You will not see eyes or ears on this animal. They do have very small eyes which are covered by skin and fur. Moles have poor eyesight and probably only are able to detect light with their eyes. read more

Moles have eyes, but they are very small and are sometimes covered by skin or hair. The mole's eyesight and sensitivity to light control its body clock, allowing it to know the time of day and seasons. read more

Moles are small mammals adapted to a subterranean lifestyle (i.e., fossorial). They have cylindrical bodies; velvety fur; very small, inconspicuous ears and eyes; reduced hindlimbs; and short, powerful forelimbs with large paws adapted for digging. read more

The mole needs his eyesight no more than two or three times a year, This is in springtime when he comes above ground to find leaves and twigs. He is looking for soft materials to line the nest for a new generation of moles. At such time, Mr. Mole risks his life for his children. For out in the daylight, his poor eyesight may prove fatal to him. read more