How large is the common Eurasian shrew?

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water shrew — shrew Water shrew (*Neomys anomalus*).

The common Eurasian shrew (Sorex araneus) is a small mammal that typically weighs up to 14 grams (0.5 ounce). Its body length measures between 6 and 8 cm (2 to 3 inches), complemented by a tail that is 5 to 6 cm long.1