The Shrew
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One of the smallest mammals is . It has a snout that is
long and pointed, the small ears are coverd with short fur, it eyes small,
and its tail is never more than twice as long as back foot. has
short thick fur, its upper boddy is olive-brown and lighter on its stomach.
its usaly 79mm long, its ta ....
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.... logs. Burrows found in east Texas were about 2.5 cm round, from
25 cm to 1.5 m long, and not more than 20 cm below the surface. Each burrow
has a large area at the end for the nest which was composed of shredded
grass. These nests were used for young or as a resting place for groups of
adult shrews.
Compared to most types of shrews, the least shrew is sociable, and
several may be kept together in captivity without conflict. They sleep
together and help eachother to some degree in digging tun ....
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