gypsillä

Gypsilla is a genus of small, nocturnal mammals belonging to the family Soricidae, which includes shrews and moles. The genus is native to the Old World, with species found in Europe, Asia, and Africa. Gypsilla species are characterized by their small size, typically ranging from 5 to 7 centimeters in length, and their slender bodies. They have a long, tapering snout and large, rounded ears, which are adapted for their burrowing lifestyle.

Gypsilla species are primarily insectivorous, feeding on a variety of small invertebrates such as ants, termites, and beetles. They are also known to consume small vertebrates, including lizards and snakes. Gypsilla species are solitary animals, and their burrows are typically located in sandy or loamy soil. They are active at night, using their keen sense of smell to locate prey and their sharp claws to dig through the soil.

The genus Gypsilla includes two recognized species: Gypsilla gazella and Gypsilla murina. Gypsilla gazella is found in the Middle East, while Gypsilla murina is found in Europe and Asia. Both species are listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, indicating that they are not currently threatened with extinction. However, habitat loss and degradation due to human activities may pose a threat to their populations in the future.