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Gopher Tortoise

Gopherus polyphemus

Description:

They dig out burrows to use as shelter and are also used for other species. Their burrows can support up to around 300 species for protection as well.

Notes:

Picture was taken at St. Anastasia State Park.

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Rosa Maria
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Rosa Maria

St. Augustine, Florida, USA

Spotted on Mar 8, 2012
Submitted on Mar 21, 2014

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