Skin Key

Insectivora

Image of Insectivora 2 2a for Mammals of Tanzania identification key

Insectivora - 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 the other claws on the foot.
C. The tail is vestigial or absent.
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Image of Insectivora 2 2b for Mammals of Tanzania identification key

Insectivora

Option B
A. The body fur is not iridescent.
B. The two middle claws on each front foot are not much longer than the other claws on the foot.
C. The tail is prominent.
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