Mérida Small-eared Shrew
Cryptotis meridensis
Conservation Status
VulnerableMammalia · Soricomorpha · Soricidae
About
The Merida small-eared shrew is a species of shrew that is endemic to Venezuela.
Fun Fact
meridensis is one of the largest small-eared shrews, with a head-body length of 7 to 10 cm (2.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in areas of disturbed forest or secondary scrubland bordering its natural habitat, but is more commonly found where vegetation is dense and leaf-litter is thick.
Diet
Prey on, but about 70% of their diet consists of creatures found below the soil, rather than on the surface.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Degradation
- Overexploitation
- Invasive Species
- Climate Change
External Data Sources
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