Masked Shrew Sorex cinereus
Identification
This tiny shrew has brown fur and a pointed snout. It is extremely active and fast moving.
Location
Uncommon statewide
Size
0.1 to 0.2 ounces
Diet
It feeds on insects spiders and worms.
Habitat
It occurs in forests wetlands and meadows.
Activity Period
Year round
Behavior
It is solitary and hunts continuously due to high metabolism. It is active year round.
Lifecycle
Breeding occurs in spring and summer.
Population
The population is stable but localized.
History
It has long been present in Ohio.
Human Interactions
It rarely interacts with humans.
Facts
It must eat frequently to survive.
Sources
ODNR academic sources
Insects spiders worms | Forests wetlands meadows | Statewide