american water shrew

• Petit mammifère semi-aquatique d'Amérique du Nord, connu pour sa morsure venimeuse et sa capacité à courir sur l'eau. Appartient à la famille des musaraignes et vit près des ruisseaux et des zones humides.

A small, semi-aquatic mammal native to North America, known for its venomous bite and ability to run on water's surface. It belongs to the shrew family and is found near streams and wetlands.

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   A small, insectivorous mammal (Sorex palustris) native to North America, adapted to living near water and capable of running on the water's surface for short distances.

   musaraigne d'eau américaine

   • The American water shrew was observed darting across the surface of the pond.
   • Researchers studied the hunting behavior of the American water shrew in the mountain stream.
   • The dense fur of the American water shrew traps air bubbles, allowing it to stay dry and buoyant.