Where Do Shrews Live?
Shrews Are Terrestrial Mammals Found in a Wide Variety of Habitats, but Most Prefer Those with Plenty of Ground Cover for Protection from Predators. Some...
Shrews are terrestrial mammals found in a wide variety of habitats, but most prefer those with plenty of ground cover for protection from predators. Some species live underground in abandoned burrows, others in gardens, tree cavities and even manmade structures like homes.
Where do shrews live in the US?
The North American least shrew mostly dwells in mesic grasslands, marshes, and meadows. Most shrews prefer these wet habitats, but the least shrew will also inhabit dry upland regions. This species can be found in meadows, fields, and weedy areas, where the vegetation attracts its insect diet.
Where do common shrews live?
General Ecology: The common shrew is a terrestrial species living almost anywhere and is most commonly found in hedgerows, scrubland, grassland and deciduous woodland.
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