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Shrews typically have litters of 3-10 babies, although this can vary depending on the species and environmental conditions. The young are born blind and hairless and require a lot of care from their mother to survive.

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How many young do shrews give birth to in a litter?

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How many babies can a mammal have an year?

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Do shrews have web feet?

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How many teeth do shrew have?

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Are shrews decomposers?

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What is a group of shrews called?

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