Digger The Mole

Meet Digger the Mole, the friendly, hard-working little digger who lives in a cosy burrow beneath the great oak tree at the edge of Nan Fran’s Cottage. With his velvety fur, big glasses borrowed from Nan Fran, and a nose that twitches at the slightest scent of adventure, Digger spends his days tunnelling through the earth and keeping the soil healthy for all the plants above.

Digger can’t see very well, but that doesn’t stop him from being one of the busiest and kindest creatures in Three Little Woods. He knows every root, stone, and worm by heart, especially Florance the Earthworm, who often pops by for a chat about compost! He loves nothing more than showing curious visitors his secret world beneath the garden.

He’s especially fond of Jake, who joins him on mini “digging expeditions.” Together they’ve mapped out a maze of tunnels that helps water reach thirsty roots, and sometimes even uncovers a surprise treasure or two!

Although he works quietly underground, Digger teaches everyone an important lesson: even when you’re not in the spotlight, you can still make a huge difference. His kindness runs deep, just like his tunnels, and his gentle determination reminds children that patience and perseverance help the world grow stronger.

Did you know?

Moles are nature’s underground gardeners! Their tunnels help to aerate the soil, allowing air and water to reach plant roots more easily. This makes plants stronger and helps the earth stay healthy.
They also eat garden pests such as insects and grubs, which keeps the ecosystem balanced. So when you see a molehill, it’s actually a good sign, proof that your soil is full of life and hard-working helpers like Digger!

About Digger’s Family:

• Moles typically live for around three years, growing six to eight inches long and weighing three to six ounces.
• There are 42 different species of moles worldwide, all members of the mammal family Talpidae.
• A group of moles is called a “labour.”
• Their fur is specially designed to move in both directions, so they can travel forwards or backwards through their tunnels.
• Sensitive whiskers detect tiny vibrations in the ground, helping them sense worms and movement.
• Their saliva contains a mild toxin that can paralyse worms so they can be stored underground for later meals.
• Moles rarely come to the surface, but when they do, it’s usually to collect leaves for their nests.
• The amazing star-nosed mole can detect, catch, and eat food faster than the human eye can follow!
• They are highly territorial and will defend their burrows against rivals, proof that even small creatures can be fierce protectors of their homes.

Nature Tip:

Instead of flattening molehills, gently rake the loose soil back into flowerbeds, it’s packed with nutrients and perfect for planting seeds.

His motto: “You don’t need to be seen to do something wonderful.”

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