The maximum speed it is able to reach is 13km/h (8mph). These mammals usually live 2 - 5 years. Elephant Shrew (elephantulus) usually grows 10cm - 30cm (4in - 12in). The average weight is 50g - 500g (2oz - 18oz). Elephant Shrew is a mammal that usually lives in forest, woodland and grassland. It has a fur skin type. The diet is omnivore.
Facts about elephant shrews
Name | Elephant Shrew |
Lifestyle | Solitary |
Top Speed | 13km/h (8mph) |
Size (L) | 10cm - 30cm (4in - 12in) |
Diet | Omnivore |
Life Span | 2 - 5 years |
Weight | 50g - 500g (2oz - 18oz) |
Genus | Elephantulus |
Family | Macroscelididae |
Type | Mammal |
Order | Macroscelidea |
Main Prey | Insects, worms, spiders |
Habitat | Forest, woodland and grassland |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Scientific Name | Elephantulus |
Distinctive Features | Long nose and long back legs |
Predators | Snakes, lizards, birds of prey |
Class | Mammalia |
Phylum | Chordata |
Colour | Black, brown, grey, white, tan |
Skin Type | Fur |
Conservation Status | Least concern |
Average Litter Size | 2 |