Thursday 19 June 2008

Millet's Shrew



The Millet's Shrew is slightly smaller than the Common Shrew. They have reddish brown flanks, pale underparts and its tail is about 2/3 the length of the head and body. Occupies scrub and well-vegetated grass habitats, preferring drier and warmer sites than those frequented by the Common Shrew.



Size: body 6-8cm; tail 3.5-4.5cm

Young: up to four litters of 3-7

Diet: ground-dwelling invertebrates; seeds

Status: common

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