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Pygmy White-toothed Shrew

Suncus etruscus

Taxonomy

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

About

The Etruscan shrew (Suncus etruscus), also known as the Etruscan pygmy shrew or the white-toothed pygmy shrew, is the smallest known mammal by mass, weighing only about 1.8 grams (0.063 oz) on average. (The bumblebee bat is regarded as the smallest mammal by skull size and body length.)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pygmy White-toothed Shrew?
The scientific name of Pygmy White-toothed Shrew is Suncus etruscus.
What is the conservation status of Pygmy White-toothed Shrew?
The Pygmy White-toothed Shrew has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Pygmy White-toothed Shrew belong to?
Pygmy White-toothed Shrew belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Pygmy White-toothed Shrew belong to?
Pygmy White-toothed Shrew belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Pygmy White-toothed Shrew belong to?
Pygmy White-toothed Shrew belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Pygmy White-toothed Shrew belong to?
Pygmy White-toothed Shrew belongs to the order Eulipotyphla.
What family does Pygmy White-toothed Shrew belong to?
Pygmy White-toothed Shrew belongs to the family Soricidae.
What genus does Pygmy White-toothed Shrew belong to?
Pygmy White-toothed Shrew belongs to the genus Suncus.