Japanese Water Shrew
Chimarrogale platycephala
About the Japanese Water Shrew
The Japanese water shrew (Chimarrogale platycephalus), also called the flat-headed water shrew, is a species of mammal in the family Soricidae. It is endemic to Japan.
Key Facts
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Japanese Water Shrew?
The scientific name of the Japanese Water Shrew is Chimarrogale platycephala.
How many Japanese Water Shrew sightings have been recorded?
5 observations of the Japanese Water Shrew have been recorded on iNaturalist.
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observations on iNaturalist
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