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Greater White-toothed Shrew
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Greater White-toothed Shrew
Crocidura russula
The Greater White-toothed Shrew is a tiny mammal with a long nose and sharp teeth. It loves to scurry around in the grass and hunt for insects to eat. These little creatures are very quick and can be found in many places!
Habitat: Grasslands
Appearance
The Greater White-toothed Shrew has soft, grey-brown fur with a lighter, whitish belly and a long, pointed snout. Its small eyes and ears are often hidden, and it has distinctive white-tipped teeth.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderSoricomorphaFamilySoricidaeGenusCrocidura
Category
MammalsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Despite being so small, these shrews can be fierce hunters of insects and worms!
It finds food using sensitive whiskers and smell, relying little on its tiny eyes!
Some shrews shrink their skull and brain in winter, then regrow it in spring!
This tiny shrew has a heart that can beat over 1,000 times per minute!
Special abilities
Ability
Energy Machine
Greater White-toothed Shrew has an incredibly fast metabolism that helps them stay warm and active, but requires constant feeding.
Ability
Sound Navigator
Greater White-toothed Shrew can make high-pitched ultrasonic sounds that help them explore their surroundings in the dark.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 6.3-8.6 cm
- Weight
- 0.005-0.015 kg
- Lifespan
- 1-2 years
- Top Speed
- 7 km/h
- Litter Size
- 2-10
- Gestation
- 27-33 days
Diet & Feeding
This tiny hunter eats many insects and other small creatures to keep its speedy metabolism going!
Primary Foods
- Insects
- Worms
- Slugs
- Spiders
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
eaten by
Barn Owl
Tyto alba
A common predator, they hunt shrews at night.
eaten by
Red Fox
Vulpes vulpes
Foxes may eat shrews, though not their main meal.
hunts
Common Earthworm
Lumbricus terrestris
Earthworms are a vital part of the shrew's diet.
hunts
Ground Beetle
Carabus nemoralis
Shrews actively hunt and eat various ground beetles.
Traits
Furry
Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur.
Solitary
Solitary animals live alone for most of their lives, only interacting with others for mating or parental care.
Grassland
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Insectivorous
This trait identifies organisms whose diet primarily consists of insects and other small invertebrates.
Carnivorous
This trait identifies organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of animal tissue.
Miniature
Pertaining to species that are significantly smaller than typical or average for their kind.
Speedster
This trait identifies organisms that exhibit exceptional swiftness in movement for hunting, escape, or travel.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
These little animals are shy and prefer to be left alone. It's best to watch them from a distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Greater White-toothed Shrew?
6.3-8.6 cm
How much does Greater White-toothed Shrew weigh?
0.005-0.015 kg
How long does Greater White-toothed Shrew live?
1-2 years
How fast can Greater White-toothed Shrew move?
7 km/h
What does Greater White-toothed Shrew eat?
This tiny hunter eats many insects and other small creatures to keep its speedy metabolism going!
Where is Greater White-toothed Shrew usually found?
Grasslands
How does Greater White-toothed Shrew hunt?
Foraging
How many babies does Greater White-toothed Shrew usually have?
2-10
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