Central American Least Shrew (Cryptotis orophilus) — Data Deficient Mammalia

Central American Least Shrew

Cryptotis orophilus

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Mammalia · Soricomorpha · Soricidae

About

The Central American least shrew is a species of mammal in the family Soricidae. It is found in the highlands and mid-elevations from the western part of the northern coast of Honduras to central Costa Rica. It is found in El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica. It was considered to be a subspecies of the North American least shrew until 2002.

Fun Fact

It is found in the highlands and mid-elevations from the western part of the northern coast of Honduras to central Costa Rica.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in the highlands and mid-elevations from the western part of the northern coast of Honduras to central Costa Rica.

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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