Facts about the Forest Shrew -- Myosorex varius:

A summary of most interesting statistics (size, gestation...), amazing environmental adaptations & fascinating facts about social habits, etc.

SIZE: Length (including tail) 12 cm; mass 15 g.

COLOUR: Dark grey, with a grizzled fawn or yellow tinge. Underparts light grey, with the same tinge. The tail has a dark brown stripe on top. The feet are light grey.

MOST LIKE: Dark-Footed Forest Shrew which can be distinguished by its dark feet, light brown underparts and a uniformly dark brown tail.

HABITAT: Dense vegetation associated with moisture.

FOOD:

REPRODUCTION & GESTATION PERIOD:

DISTRIBUTION MAP:

WHERE FOUND:
Addo Elephant National Park
Hluhluwe-Umfolozi National Park
Tembe Elephant Park