Whitaker's Shrew

Crocidura whitakeri

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Soricomorpha · Soricidae

About

Whitaker's shrew is a species of mammal in the family Soricidae. It is found in Western Sahara, Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry shrubland, rocky and sandy coasts. It is a fairly common species and the International Union for Conservation of Nature has rated its conservation status as being of "least concern".

Fun Fact

Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry shrubland, rocky and sandy coasts.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurs in a range of habitats including stony and bare steppe, semi-deserts, areas with sparse scrubby vegetation and sandy coastal dunes.

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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