Cryptotis mexicanus Species Group: C. magnus, C. mexicanus, C. nelsoni, C. obscurus, and C. phillipsii
摘要
This comprehensive chapter covers all known aspects of the Cryptotis mexicanus species group, composed of five species endemics to Mexico: C. magnus (Merriam, 1895), C. mexicanus (Coues, 1877), C. nelsoni (Merriam, 1895); C. obscurus (Merriam, 1895), and C. phillipsii (Schaldach, 1966). It includes systematics, distribution, genetics, morphology, life history, ecology, behavior, human threats, and natural population impacts. Species conservation management and future research challenges are addressed.