Shrews
Document Type
Article
Journal/Book Title
Prevention and Control of Wildlife Damage
Publisher
Great Plains Agricultural Council and Nebraska Cooperative Extension Service, University of Nebraska, Lincoln
Publication Date
1983
First Page
D81
Last Page
D85
Abstract
The shrew (Sorex cinereus) is a small, mouse-sized mammal with an elongated snout, a dense fur of uniform color, small eyes, and five clawed toes on each foot. Shrews are broadly distributed throughout the world and North America. Shrews vary widely in habitat preferences throughout North America. Shrews are in the taxonomic order Insectivora. Shrews are among the world’s smallest mammals. Most species of shrews do not have significant negative impacts and are not abundant enough to be considered pests.
Recommended Citation
Schmidt, R. H. 1983. Shrews. Pages D81-D85 in R. M. Timm, ed. Prevention and control of wildlife damage. Great Plains Agricultural Council and Nebraska Cooperative Extension Service, University of Nebraska, Lincoln. 660 pp.
