American Shrew-mole
Neurotrichus gibbsii
- Class
- Mammal
- Rarity
- Rare
- Observations
- 1,223
- Most observed in
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Conservation
- Least Concern
Description
The American shrew mole (Neurotrichus gibbsii) is the smallest species of mole. It is the only living member of the genus Neurotrichus and the tribe Neurotrichini. It is also known as Gibb's shrew mole and least shrew mole. It is not closely related to the Asian shrew mole (Uropsilus in Urotrichini). Its shrew-like fur and typical mole head make the common name "shrew mole" fitting.
Summary adapted from the Wikipedia article “American shrew mole”.