Greater Long-tailed Shrew Tenrec

Microgale principula

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Afrosoricida · Tenrecidae

About

The greater long-tailed shrew tenrec is a species of mammal in the family Tenrecidae. It is endemic to Madagascar, where its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist forests.

Fun Fact

The latter, a waterbird, indicates that a large body of fresh water may have been nearby and moister conditions were probably present in the past.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in both primary and somewhat degraded humid forests.

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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