Bornean Pygmy Shrew
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Suncus hosei (Thomas, 1893) |
The Bornean Pygmy Shrew (Suncus hosei) is a species of mammal in the Soricidae family. It was named for zoologist Charles Hose. It is endemic to Malaysia. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical dry forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.
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- Insectivore Specialist Group 1996. Suncus hosei. 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Downloaded on 30 July 2007.