Mole sniffs the world in stereo

Nostrils of unlovely mammal recognize slight differences in odors

SMELLS GOOD  The common mole is blind and has a poor sense of touch, but it can smell in stereo. Each nostril receives slightly different scent cues that the animal uses to navigate toward its food, a new study finds.

K. Catania

The common mole may be homely but its nose is a wonder to behold.