Genus Cryptotis Higher classification Small-eared shrew | Phylum Chordata Family Soricidae Scientific name Cryptotis colombiana Rank Species | |
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Similar Eastern Cordillera small‑foot, Peruvian small‑eared shrew, Scaly‑footed small‑eared shrew, Central American least shrew, Giant mole shrew |
The Colombian small-eared shrew (Cryptotis colombiana) is a species of mammal in the family Soricidae. It is endemic to Colombia, where it is known from the Cordillera Central in Antioquia Department at elevations from 1750 to 2800 m. It is found in montane forest and cultivated areas. It resembles C. brachyonyx.
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