
"Elusive Blind Golden Mole Rediscovered After 87 Years, Defying Extinction"
After more than eight decades, the elusive De Winton's golden mole, a blind mammal believed to be extinct, has resurfaced in South Africa. Researchers used a specially trained dog named Jessie to locate the moles and conducted DNA testing to confirm their identity. Multiple populations of the mole have been found in the area, but their habitat is threatened by diamond mining.