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Gopher Tortoise Shell

Gopherus polyphemus

Photo by Ric3
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Field Notes

Description:

Empty and upturned shell of the Gopher Tortoise. Appears it had been there a long time.

Habitat:

It was in a low area on the outer edge of a Cypress dome that fills up w/ water during the rainy season and drys to nothing in the dry season. It all sits in a cow pasture.

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PublishedApril 5, 2013

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