Watercolor illustration of Lesser White-toothed Shrew (Crocidura suaveolens)

Lesser White-toothed Shrew

Crocidura suaveolens

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Found across Asia (Cyprus) and Europe (9 countries).

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Musaraña de Campo
French Crocidure des Jardins
German Gartenspitzmaus
Russian Malaya Belozubka

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lesser White-toothed Shrew?
The scientific name of Lesser White-toothed Shrew is Crocidura suaveolens. It belongs to the genus Crocidura.
What is the conservation status of Lesser White-toothed Shrew?
Lesser White-toothed Shrew (Crocidura suaveolens) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Lesser White-toothed Shrew live?
Lesser White-toothed Shrew is found in Found across Asia (Cyprus) and Europe (9 countries).. Countries include Belgium, Cyprus, France, Greece, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Russia, Spain, United Kingdom.
What family does Lesser White-toothed Shrew belong to?
Lesser White-toothed Shrew (Crocidura suaveolens) belongs to the genus Crocidura, which is part of the taxonomic family Soricidae.
Is Lesser White-toothed Shrew endangered?
No, Lesser White-toothed Shrew (Crocidura suaveolens) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Lesser White-toothed Shrew belong to?
Lesser White-toothed Shrew (Crocidura suaveolens) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).
What are the closest relatives of Lesser White-toothed Shrew?
The closest relatives of Lesser White-toothed Shrew in the genus Crocidura include bicoloured white-toothed shrew, bicoloured shrew, Canarian Shrew, Caspian Shrew, Chinese White-toothed Shrew, Cretan Shrew.

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