Skin Key

General

Image of General 2 11a for Mammals of Tanzania identification key

General - Chrysochloris stuhlmanni Matschie, 1894

Option A

A. The body is covered in thick iridescent hair.


B. The two middle claws on each front foot are much longer than other claws on the foot, and are modified for digging.

Image of General 2 11b for Mammals of Tanzania identification key

Option B: Not Thick Hair

Option B

A. The body is not covered in thick iridescent hair.


B. The two middle claws on each front foot are not significantly longer than other claws on the foot, and are not modified for digging.