mouse-tailed shrew
Crocidura muricauda
About the mouse-tailed shrew
The West African long-tailed shrew (Crocidura muricauda) is a species of mammal in the family Soricidae. It can be found in Ivory Coast, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, and Sierra Leone. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.
Key Facts
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the mouse-tailed shrew?
The scientific name of the mouse-tailed shrew is Crocidura muricauda.
How many mouse-tailed shrew sightings have been recorded?
4 observations of the mouse-tailed shrew have been recorded on iNaturalist.
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observations on iNaturalist
