Variation of the Common Shrew (Sorex Araneus L.) Dentition

Variation of the upper arch dentition was studied in 162 individuals of Sorex araneus. Seven types of dentition were observed. Type V dentition was the most common (constituting 54.2% of the analysed dental rows), while type VII2 was the rarest (1.4%). Dental anomalies, i.e. retention or polyodontia, were not found in the analysed material.