CPW Dwarf Shrew Shapefile Download

Updated December, 2025 DwarfShrewOverallRange is an ESRI shapefile encompassing the observed and predicted range of a population of Dwarf Shrew in Colorado. Dwarf Shrew is primarily associated with mountain habitats, mostly reported in rocky habitats in the alpine tundra and subalpine coniferous forests but also found in dry brushy slopes in Colorado around 1,670 m. This information was derived from species experts. A variety of data capture techniques were used including implementation of the SmartBoard Interactive Whiteboard using stand-up, real-time digitizing at various scales (Cowardin, M., M. Flenner. March 2003. Maximizing Mapping Resources. GeoWorld 16(3):32-35). Various sources were referenced in developing these data including Mammals of Colorado, and CPW Scientific Collection data. These data are updated on a four year rotation with one of the four Colorado Parks and Wildlife Regions updated each year. These data are not updated on a statewide level annually.