Mole rat (Fallout 4)

Mole rats are creatures found in the Commonwealth in the 23rd century.

Background
Molerats in Fallout 4 possess a unique ability which is not found in any previous game. They will tunnel to avoid their enemy or close in to attack unseen, they will also retreat to a tunnel if the player moves to an area inaccessible to them, such as on top or a car. This makes them highly difficult to keep track of in groups. However, a faint outline of their tunnel can be seen as they move.

Molerats are common pests in the wastelands they are not a threat individually or in small numbers, but may be a problem if allowed to swarm.

Biology
Molerats range in size depending on the type being fought. They range in size from a housecat up to a large dog and possibly bigger. They have a bald pink appearance, with large front teeth and small eyes. They are highly territorial and will attack anything entering their territory. They are surprisingly fast and will attack with a jumping lunge.

Mole rat brood mother
Found in Secret Vault 81 and other locations. Carries the molerat disease.

Rabid mole rat
Bites from rabid mole rats fester, causing damage over time.

Suicide mole rat
It's a mole rat with two mines on his back that will detonate on impact. It can be easily killed followed by an explosion.

Glowing mole rat
May or may not produce an atomic explosion when killed.

Legendary glowing mole rat
May or may not produce an atomic explosion when killed.

Mole rat queen
Concept art shows a queen variant in the game; it has an acidic vomit attack.

Vault 81 lab mole rat
Found in Secret Vault 81. Some variations glow green with radiation. Carries the molerat disease.

Appearances
Mole rats appear in Fallout 4.

Behind the scenes
The mole rat model was created by Jonah Lobe.