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Gopher Tortoise

Gopherus polyphemus

Photo by Machi
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Field Notes

Description:

This tortoise was walking on a path in the woods in an area with lots of caves

Habitat:

Scrub habitat (sandy ground with pine and oak) near Dames Cave

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PublishedMay 29, 2014

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