If a mole tunnel has been pushed back up the next day, what action should be taken?

• A. Set a trap in that location
• B. Ignore it and wait
• C. Fill the tunnel with soil more deeply
• D. Place bait in the tunnel

Answer: (A)

When a tunnel is pushed back up the next day, it shows the mole is actively using that run and moving through the area. The quickest, most reliable way to reduce damage is to place a trap in that active location, directly in the main tunnel or near the fresh mound where the mole is traveling. Trapping targets the animal that’s causing the damage and stops the tunneling quickly, which is more effective than waiting, filling the tunnel, or relying on bait. Ignoring it allows continued damage, and filling the tunnel doesn’t remove the mole. Baiting can be unreliable for moles and often doesn’t catch the animal promptly. So, set a trap in that location to remove the active mole.