Points

20

per confirmed sighting

Least ConcernUncommon
mammalsSoricidae

African Black White-toothed Shrew.

A

Crocidura nigrofusca

Category

mammals

Family

Soricidae

Size

Body mass: approximately 11.8 g (EltonTraits).

Points

20 pts

A closer look

Field notes for spotting, identifying and understanding african black white-toothed shrew in its natural range.

Overview

How to identify it

Habitat

EltonTraits foraging-stratum classification: ground-dwelling/terrestrial (including aquatic ground-associated coding).

Diet

EltonTraits diet profile: invertebrates 50%; carrion 40%; ectothermic vertebrates 10%.

Behaviour

When to look

EltonTraits activity classification: nocturnal.

Where to see it

Zambia flagZambiaMalawi flagMalawiAngola flagAngola

Safety and etiquette

Observe from a safe distance and never handle or feed wildlife.

Verification and sources

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