AnAge entry for Cryptotis parva

Classification (HAGRID: 03217)

Taxonomy: Kingdom: Animalia
    Phylum: Chordata
        Class: Mammalia (Taxon entry)
            Order: Soricomorpha
                Family: Soricidae
                    Genus: Cryptotis
Species: Cryptotis parva
Common name: Least shrew

Maximum longevity: 3.5 years (captivity)
Source: Orin Mock, pers. comm.
Sample size: Medium
Data quality: Acceptable
Observations: In captivity, these animals may live up to 3.5 years. Their mean adult weight is about 4.5 g (Orin Mock, pers. comm.).

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