Sicilian Shrew

Crocidura sicula

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Soricomorpha · Soricidae

About

The Sicilian shrew is a species of mammal in the family Soricidae. It is found in Sicily (Italy) and Gozo (Malta). Its natural habitat is temperate shrubland.

Fun Fact

It is found in Sicily (Italy) and Gozo (Malta).

Quick Facts

Habitat

Lives in open environments of gariga or Mediterranean scrub but also within lyce, cork and beech forest formations, from 0 to 1,800 m (0 to 5,906 ft) above sea level.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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