Cape Elephant Shrew (Elephantulus edwardii) Dimensions & Drawings

Comparison illustration of the size of a Cape Elephant Shrew to other species of African Insectivores

Description

A relatively common animal in South Africa is the Cape Elephant Shrew (Elephantulus edwardii) preferring rocky areas. It is insectivorous and also a good pollinator as it uses its slender tongue to feed on insects or propagate nectar lily. It is also called the Cape rock sengi or Cape rock elephant-shrew. The Cape elephant shrew is nocturnal. Other features it has are a long proboscis and tongue. Besides, it is quick because of its long hind limbs and short forelimbs. This enables it to jump from one rock or boulder to another in its natural habitat.

Dimensions & Sizes

The Cape Elephant Shrew has a body length in the range of 8.7”-11.4” (22-29 cm) and total weight of 1.4-2.9 oz (40-83 g). The Cape Elephant Shrew has a rough standing height between 5.9”-7.7” (15-19.5 cm), body width of 4.3”-5.7” (11-14.5 cm), and tail length of 8.7”-10.2” (22-26 cm). The typical lifespan of the Cape Elephant Shrew is between 2-6 years.

Scaled collection of drawings of Cape Elephant Shrew in various poses with dimensions

Description

Dimensions & Sizes

3D Model

Common Questions

What is unique about shrews?

Most shrews have poor vision because they have small eyes that are sometimes covered by skin. But their sense of hearing and smell is excellent. Even so, the unique thing about them (or in certain species) is that they can echolocate. This is a technique they use to locate food other than determining or interpreting what is happening in their surroundings.

Are moles blind?

No, but their vision isn’t good because they are colorblind and nearsighted. Even so, these small eyes are very good at detecting light. Moles also have good smelling abilities and possess ears that are nearly invincible. These features make them well suited to the environment they live in.

Is a tenrec a good pet?

We can find the tenrec in Madagascar. It resembles a hedgehog because of its size, quills, and excellent climbing skills, but is more related to elephants and aardvarks. This petite size and physical profile may make you think of them as good pets. However, they are not that friendly and they can bite hard if manhandled.

What is unique about shrews?

Are moles blind?

Is a tenrec a good pet?

How do animals survive in the mountains?

Animals survive in the mountains by physically having thick fur and wool to protect themselves from extreme temperatures. Mountain animals also typically have hooves that help them climb the slopes of hills. Some Mountain Animals also have large lungs and a heart that help them compensate for the scarcity of oxygen at high altitudes.

What are common features of mountain animals?

The common features and characteristics of mountain animals include having thick fur as well as hard hooves. Mountain animals are also typically larger in size to not lose heat quickly as well as cool down. Animals that frequent this type of environment adapt physically to withstand and thrive within these conditions.

Which animals can you ride on a mountain?

The animals that you can ride on a mountain include donkeys and mules. They are often used to ride on a mountain by humans since they can easily be saddled and ridden in a similar manner to horses. Donkeys and mules are also gentle and steady footed.

How do animals survive in the mountains?

What are common features of mountain animals?

Which animals can you ride on a mountain?

Under Development

Height:

5.9”-7.7” | 15-19.5 cm

Width:

4.3”-5.7” | 11-14.5 cm

Depth:

Length:

8.7”-11.4” | 22-29 cm (Body)

Weight:

1.4-2.9 oz | 40-83 g

Area:

Tail Length: 8.7”-10.2” | 22-26 cm

Scientific Name:

Elephantulus edwardii

Lifespan:

2-6 years

Drawings include: 
Cape Elephant Shrew side view, front

Wikipedia - Cape Elephant Shrew

Wikipedia - Afroinsectiphilia

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