Evolutionary and taxonomic differentiation of shrew species in the “araneus” group of the genus Sorex: 2. Subdivision within the common shrew

Resumo

This review summarizes available data on the problem of taxonomic and evolutionary differentiation in the “araneus” groups of species of the genus Sorex (Eulipotyphla, Mammalia). Report 2 describes the hierarchical structuring, population system, and interracial hybrid zones in the common shrew (Sorex araneus).