Here's why:
* "Living fossil" is a misnomer. The term implies that an organism hasn't evolved much over time. However, all living things evolve, and the elephant shrew has evolved alongside other mammals.
* Elephant shrews are relatively diverse. There are over 20 species of elephant shrews, showing significant evolutionary variation.
* They are closely related to other mammals. While they share some ancient traits with early mammals, they are not closely related to fossilized creatures like the extinct *Eoconodon*.
Elephant shrews are fascinating animals with unique adaptations, but they're not a relic of the past. They're part of a dynamic and evolving lineage, just like any other living creature.