American pygmy shrew

Sorex hoyi

Least Concern

About

The American pygmy shrew (Sorex hoyi) is a species in the genus Sorex. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Found in United States.

🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Mammalia (สัตว์เลี้ยงลูกด้วยน้ำนม)

Order

Soricomorpha (อันดับตุ่น)

Species

Sorex hoyi (American pygmy shrew)

Names in Other Languages

French musaraigne pygmée

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of American pygmy shrew?

The scientific name of American pygmy shrew is Sorex hoyi. It belongs to the genus Sorex.

What is the conservation status of American pygmy shrew?

American pygmy shrew (Sorex hoyi) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does American pygmy shrew live?

American pygmy shrew is found in Found in United States.. Countries include United States.

What family does American pygmy shrew belong to?

American pygmy shrew (Sorex hoyi) belongs to the genus Sorex, which is part of the taxonomic family Soricidae.

Is American pygmy shrew endangered?

No, American pygmy shrew (Sorex hoyi) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does American pygmy shrew belong to?

American pygmy shrew (Sorex hoyi) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of American pygmy shrew?

The closest relatives of American pygmy shrew in the genus Sorex include arctic shrew, cinereus shrew, Caucasian Shrew, Apennine Shrew, Eurasian pygmy shrew.