Crocidura desperata
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Crocidura desperata faces severe habitat degradation due to agricultural expansion and deforestation across its limited range in Southeast Asia. The species' specialized ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, while its small population size increases extinction risk from stochastic events. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available habitat, with remaining forest patches becoming increasingly isolated.
Habitat
This shrew species inhabits tropical lowland and montane forests, typically in areas with dense understory vegetation and high humidity. It shows preference for primary forest habitats but may occasionally utilize secondary forest edges with sufficient canopy cover.
