Smoky Shrew

Sorex fumeus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Soricomorpha · Soricidae

About

The smoky shrew is a medium-sized North American shrew found in eastern Canada and the northeastern United States and further south along the Appalachian Mountains.

Fun Fact

This species has two recognized subspecies: Sorex fumeus fumeus Sorex fumeus umbrosus The smoky shrew is active year-round.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in eastern Canada and the northeastern United States and further south along the Appalachian Mountains.

Diet

Diet consists mainly of beetles, however various insects, earthworms, small rodents, snails and other soil dwelling invertebrates are also taken.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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