Japanese Water Shrew

Chimarrogale platycephala

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Mammalia · Soricomorpha · Soricidae

About

The Japanese water shrew, also called the flat-headed water shrew, is a species of mammal in the family Soricidae. It is endemic to Japanese Islands, Honshu and Kyushu. They are considered extinct in Shikoku.

Fun Fact

It is endemic to Japanese Islands, Honshu and Kyushu.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabits mountain streams, small rivers and ponds, preying on benthic organisms, such as aquatic insects, crabs, shrimp, and small fish.

Diet

Preying on benthic organisms, such as aquatic insects, crabs, shrimp, and small fish.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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