Japanese Water Shrew
🦁 Mammals
Japanese Water Shrew
Japanese Water Shrew
Chimarrogale platycephalus
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About
A species endemic to Japan. It is a small semi-aquatic mammal that lives along clear mountain streams and captures aquatic insects by diving.
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Habitat
Clear stream in the mountains
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Lifespan
2-3 years
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Size
Approx. 12-16cm
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Scientific Name
Chimarrogale platycephalus
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Classification
Eulipotyphla › Soricidae › Chimarrogale
🏛 Where to See 1
Asia-Pacific 1
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Tama Zoological Park
Japan