Gaspe Shrew (Sorex
gaspensis)
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STATUS |
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National
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Special Concern |
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Provincial
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Not listed |
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Quick Facts:
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Inhabits rock outcrops and steep slopes
- Primary threats includes: loss and
degradation of habitat.
- Found only in Gaspe Peninsula, New
Brunswick and Cape Breton Island
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Status Overview:
The Gaspe Shrew
prefers rock outcrops and talus slopes in highlands where there are steep
slopes. Habitat loss and degradation seems to be the major limiting
factors for this species. In particular, fire and clear-cutting, which
change the forest habitat of talus slopes, are major threats to Gaspe
Shrews. Several groups of the Gaspe Shrew live in small limited areas
where any disturbance could be disastrous for the species.
Geographic Distribution:
The map shows the
municipalities where this species can be found. For more specific
location information please contact us.
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