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Laxmann's Shrew

Sorex caecutiens

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Eulipotyphla ›Family: Soricidae ›Genus: Sorex

About

Laxmann's shrew (Sorex caecutiens) is a species of shrew. An adult Laxmann's Shrew has a weight of 3-11 grams and a body length of 4.8-7.8 cm, with a tail of 3.9-5.2 cm. It is reported across northern Eurasia from the Baltic to the Sea of Japan, including Hokkaidō, Sakhalin, and the Korean Peninsula. It favors high mountain forests, but is sometimes found in lowland areas as well.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Laxmann's Shrew?
The scientific name of Laxmann's Shrew is Sorex caecutiens.
What kingdom does Laxmann's Shrew belong to?
Laxmann's Shrew belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Laxmann's Shrew belong to?
Laxmann's Shrew belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Laxmann's Shrew belong to?
Laxmann's Shrew belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Laxmann's Shrew belong to?
Laxmann's Shrew belongs to the order Eulipotyphla.
What family does Laxmann's Shrew belong to?
Laxmann's Shrew belongs to the family Soricidae.
What genus does Laxmann's Shrew belong to?
Laxmann's Shrew belongs to the genus Sorex.