Taxonomy
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Chordata
- Class
- Mammal
- Order
- Eulipotyphla
- Family
- Soricidae
- Genus
- Crocidura
Habitat
The Bornean shrew primarily inhabits tropical rainforests and montane forests on the island of Borneo, preferring moist, lowland areas with dense vegetation and leaf litter. It is often found in undergrowth and near streams, avoiding open or highly disturbed areas.
Diet
The Bornean shrew feeds mainly on insects, earthworms, and other small invertebrates, which it hunts actively in leaf litter and soil. It is primarily nocturnal, foraging at night to avoid predators and competition.
Behavior
The Bornean shrew is solitary and territorial, marking its area with scent to deter others. It is nocturnal, spending days in burrows or under logs and actively foraging at night. This species exhibits high activity levels, with quick movements to capture prey, and communicates through vocalizations and scent marking.
Conservation Status
The Bornean shrew is listed as Data Deficient by the IUCN, due to limited data on its population size and trends. Major threats include habitat loss from deforestation in Borneo, though specific impacts on this species are not well-documented.