North American Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

The North American least shrew is one of the smallest mammals, growing to be only up to 3 inches long. It has a long pointed snout and a tail never more than twice the length of its hind foot. The dense fur coat is either grayish-brown or reddish-brown with a white belly.

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Spring (March-April)· Fall (August-November)
North American Least Shrew - Monroe State Forest, MA. Photo shared on Wikipedia by Writer Danny.
North American Least Shrew - Monroe State Forest, MA. Photo shared on Wikipedia by Writer Danny.
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North American Least Shrew observed by johnserrao
Jan 15, 2026
Victoria Gardens, DeLand, Florida 32724
byJohn Serrao
Research Grade
· 1 ID
North American Least Shrew observed by marlinr
Jan 6, 2026
Chillingham Dr, Forney, TX, US
byMarlin Robinson
Research Grade
· 2 IDs
North American Least Shrew observed by jdsmartin
Jan 5, 2026
CR-491, Athens, TX, US
byJamie
Research Grade
· 1 ID
North American Least Shrew observed by russell5280
Jan 5, 2026
Carbonate Ln, Erie, CO, US
byRussell Bradley
Research Grade
· 1 ID
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