Tenrec

[Sarah]

A small insectivore (Centetes ecaudatus), native of Madagascar,but introduced also into the islands of Bourbon and Mauritius; --called also tanrec. The name is applied to other allied genera. SeeTendrac.

[Magaret]

Lesser hedgehog tenrec - ECHINOPS TELFAERI
Description: A small, stout-bodied animal similar to [the hedgehog], with short tail, and limbs and muzzle of moderate length, the hedgehog tenrec has prominent ears, and its entire back is covered with sharp spines. Its color usually yellow buff, but individuals range from near white to [almost black]. Head and body length is about [5 to 7], weight about 7 oz.
Location: Madagascar.