No, shrews are not insects; because if they were, then they would be laying eggs. Instead, they are mammals, because they give birth to their young straight from the womb
insects
yes shrews are insectivores they eat insects,larvae, and sometimes small mammals.
Tree shrews are found in Thailand and Indonesia. They like to live in forests, and eat mostly insects, as well as some plants.
Secondary consumer. They eat mostly insects, and the insects eat plants.
mice,insects,voles,and shrews.
A shrew will typically not eat a vole because they are closely related. They prefer to eat insects, earthworms, and spiders.
Shrews primarily obtain the water they need from their food sources, such as insects and vegetation. They may also drink water from dew or small puddles if available.
Yes- they are carnivorous and insectivorous. They have to eat 2-3 times their own weight each day, and are always hungry.
Water shrews have venomous saliva, but cannot puncure the skin of large mammals, like humans. Watch out for water shrews!!!
No, shrews are not herbivores. They are insectivores, meaning their diet consists primarily of insects and other small invertebrates. Shrews have a high metabolism and need to eat frequently to sustain their energy levels.
they eat both worms/insects are con sidered meat
Yes, shrews are known to have a sharp set of teeth that they use for biting, primarily to catch and eat their prey such as insects, worms, and small vertebrates. However, shrews usually do not pose a threat to humans unless they are handled or feel threatened.