Amami shrew (Crocidura orii) — Endangered Mammalia

Amami shrew

Crocidura orii

Conservation Status

Endangered

Mammalia · Soricomorpha · Soricidae

About

The Ryukyu shrew , also known as Orii's shrew, is a species of mammal in the family Soricidae. This species is endemic to the Amami Islands of Japan and is threatened by habitat loss and invasive species.

Fun Fact

This species is endemic to the Amami Islands of Japan and is threatened by habitat loss and invasive species.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to the Amami Islands of Japan and is threatened by habitat loss and invasive species.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Loss
  • Poaching and Hunting
  • Human-Wildlife Conflict
  • Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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