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Masked Shrew

Sorex cinereus

Taxonomy

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

About

The cinereous shrew or masked shrew (Sorex cinereus) is a small shrew found in Alaska, Canada and the northern United States. This is the most widely distributed shrew in North America, where it is also known as the common shrew.

Frequently Asked Questions

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