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Gopher tortoise

Gopherus polyphemus

Photo by edwin.swanson
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edwin.swanson
Yeah I had already assumed you couldn't keep them, nor did I have any intention off doing so. the only reason it is pictured indoors is because I rescued him from a dog. he had a puncture in his shell, but I just set him over the fence and wished him the best.
jamiewgoodspeed
those are endangered just to let you know I'm pretty sure its illegal to own one

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