Discover the intriguing Sclater's Mouse Shrew (<i>Macroscelides flavicaudatus</i>), a small yet agile mammal native to the lush tropical forests of central and southern Africa. With its distinctive long snout and exceptional nocturnal foraging skills, this vulnerable species plays a critical role in its ecosystem as a natural pest controller. Learn about its habits, diet, and the conservation challenges it faces in a rapidly changing environment.