Volcano Shrew

Sylvisorex vulcanorum

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Soricomorpha · Soricidae

About

The volcano shrew is a species of mammal in the family Soricidae found in the high-altitude rainforest of Burundi, eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, and Uganda. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forests and swamps. Its type locality is at Karisoke in Rwanda.

Fun Fact

Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forests and swamps.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in the high-altitude rainforest of Burundi, eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, and Uganda.

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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