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Dwarf Shrew (Sorex nanus)

Dwarf Shrew

Sorex nanus

About the Dwarf Shrew

The dwarf shrew (Sorex nanus) is a species of mammal in the family Soricidae endemic to Arizona, Colorado, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming in the United States. The type locality is Estes Park (Larimer County), Colorado, USA.

Key Facts

  • Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Dwarf Shrew?

The scientific name of the Dwarf Shrew is Sorex nanus.

How many Dwarf Shrew sightings have been recorded?

2 observations of the Dwarf Shrew have been recorded on iNaturalist.

2 observations on iNaturalist
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