Sri Lankan Shrew

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (동물)

Phylum

Chordata (척삭동물)

Class

Mammalia (포유류)

Order

Soricomorpha (땃쥐목)

Family

Soricidae

Genus

Suncus

Species

Suncus fellowesgordoni (Sri Lankan Shrew)

Similar Species in Suncus

Asian house shrew

Suncus murinus

Least Concern

Etruscan Shrew

Suncus etruscus

Least Concern

Jungle Shrew

Suncus zeylanicus

Endangered

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Taita Shrew

Suncus aequatorius

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sri Lankan Shrew?

The scientific name of Sri Lankan Shrew is Suncus fellowesgordoni. It belongs to the genus Suncus.

What is the conservation status of Sri Lankan Shrew?

Sri Lankan Shrew (Suncus fellowesgordoni) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Sri Lankan Shrew belong to?

Sri Lankan Shrew (Suncus fellowesgordoni) belongs to the genus Suncus, which is part of the taxonomic family Soricidae.

Is Sri Lankan Shrew endangered?

Yes, Sri Lankan Shrew (Suncus fellowesgordoni) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Sri Lankan Shrew belong to?

Sri Lankan Shrew (Suncus fellowesgordoni) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (동물).

What are the closest relatives of Sri Lankan Shrew?

The closest relatives of Sri Lankan Shrew in the genus Suncus include Asian house shrew, Etruscan Shrew, Jungle Shrew, Taita Shrew.