Shinto Shrew

Sorex shinto

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Soricomorpha · Soricidae

About

The Shinto shrew is a species of shrew of the genus Sorex that lives only on the islands of Japan. It is a mole-like mammal with a pointed snout, very small ears, and a relatively long tail. Like most shrews, it is tiny, has poor eyesight, and a very good sense of hearing and smell which it uses to locate its prey, mainly insects.

Fun Fact

It is a mole-like mammal with a pointed snout, very small ears, and a relatively long tail.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Lives on Honshu, its maximum altitude on that island is 1200 m.

Diet

Diet of the shinto shrew.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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