Wildlifeof China
Ussuri White-toothed Shrew
Pangolins, Treeshrews, Shrews & Gymnures
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Crocidura lasiura
Basic stats
Diet
Insects and other small invertebrates
Habitat
Forest, forest edge, grassland and cultivated country
Range
Northeastern China, Korea and eastern Russia
Size
Approximately 6–9cm head-and-body length
The Ussuri white-toothed shrew is a medium-sized Crocidura with grey-brown upperparts, a paler belly, a pointed muzzle and unpigmented teeth. It occurs in northeastern China, Korea and eastern Russia. (Wikipedia, general species account)
It uses forest, forest edges, grassland and cultivated landscapes. Insects and other small invertebrates are located beneath litter and low vegetation. The species is active during both day and night and must feed frequently to support its high metabolism. (Wikipedia, general species account)
Quick answers
- What does the Ussuri White-toothed Shrew eat?
- Insects and other small invertebrates
- What habitat does the Ussuri White-toothed Shrew live in?
- Forest, forest edge, grassland and cultivated country
- Where is the Ussuri White-toothed Shrew found?
- Northeastern China, Korea and eastern Russia
- How big is the Ussuri White-toothed Shrew?
- Approximately 6–9cm head-and-body length