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Gopher Tortoise
Gopherus polyphemus
-33.998, 22.4561
Field Notes
Description:
This is Penelope, my pet tortoise. She feeds on fruit only. She is around 24 cm in length. She is now, 17 years old.
Habitat:
Most tortoises live on land, but some live in fresh water. They live in environments such as deserts, semi-arid areas, lakes, lagoons, swamps, tropical forests and of course gardens.
Notes:
- Family: Testudinidae
- Genus: Gopherus
- Size: 20-30cm
- Colour: Dark brown or grey-black
- Lifespan: 100+ years
Species ID Suggestions
Gopher Tortoise
Gopherus polyphemus
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