By Rajni Pandey | September 18, 2024
The smallest mammal by mass, this insect-eater weighs less than a dime and has a super-fast metabolism to stay alive.
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Also known as Kitti's Hog-Nosed Bat, this bat weighs around 2 grams and is the smallest flying mammal, found in Southeast Asia.
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A desert-dwelling rodent that hops on its long hind legs, this tiny creature is light and agile, surviving harsh environments.
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This fast-paced shrew is among the smallest mammals in Europe and North America, with a metabolism that demands constant feeding.
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One of the tiniest rodents, it thrives in arid regions of Africa and can extract moisture from its food, making it highly adaptable.
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The smallest primate, native to Madagascar, the nocturnal lemur survives on fruits, flowers, and insects during the night.
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A minuscule marsupial from Australia, it hunts for insects in tiny crevices thanks to its incredibly small size.
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The smallest mole species, this mammal tunnels through soil in North America, searching for insects underground.
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This small Australian marsupial specializes in eating termites, using its sharp sense of smell to find its prey.
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Native to Madagascar, this tiny insectivore resembles a hedgehog but is much smaller, using its spiny body as protection from predators.
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