Elephant Shrew (elephantulus) is a mammal type animal. It usually inhabits forest, woodland and grassland. The weight of this animal is about 50g - 500g (2oz - 18oz) and lives for 2 - 5 years. Snakes, lizards, birds of prey are the dangerous creatures for elephant shrews. See the table below to learn more facts.
Facts about elephant shrews
Name | Elephant Shrew |
Size (L) | 10cm - 30cm (4in - 12in) |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Scientific Name | Elephantulus |
Conservation Status | Least concern |
Colour | Black, brown, grey, white, tan |
Phylum | Chordata |
Class | Mammalia |
Predators | Snakes, lizards, birds of prey |
Order | Macroscelidea |
Distinctive Features | Long nose and long back legs |
Family | Macroscelididae |
Weight | 50g - 500g (2oz - 18oz) |
Top Speed | 13km/h (8mph) |
Average Litter Size | 2 |
Life Span | 2 - 5 years |
Habitat | Forest, woodland and grassland |
Lifestyle | Solitary |
Skin Type | Fur |
Genus | Elephantulus |
Main Prey | Insects, worms, spiders |
Diet | Omnivore |
Type | Mammal |