Long-tailed Forest Shrew

Myosorex longicaudatus

Conservation Status

Endangered

Mammalia · Soricomorpha · Soricidae

About

The long-tailed forest shrew, or long-tailed mouse shrew, is a species of mammal in the family Soricidae. It is endemic to South Africa, where its natural habitats are Mediterranean-type shrubby vegetation and swamps.

Fun Fact

The long-tailed forest shrew has a head-and-body length of between 73 and 93 mm (2.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurring in the Langeberg Mountains at higher altitudes than other populations.

Diet

Feeds mainly on insects, but also eats other small invertebrates, and seeds have been found among its stomach contents.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Loss
Poaching and Hunting
Human-Wildlife Conflict
Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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