As one of the oldest living species on the planet, gopher tortoises are now threatened. Nesting season is from May to mid-July, with typical clutches of 4-8 eggs. Hatchlings emerge from the nest from late August through early November and face immediate threats. As TNC’s Sid Godfrey explains, TNC’s efforts to protect and restore the gopher tortoise population begins with collecting tortoise eggs from the wild. We thank the Mississippi Army National Guard for providing funding as well as logistic
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Gopher Tortoise: Facts, Films, Conservation Efforts, and Research
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2.5K views · 285 reactions | Our gopher tortoise enjoys a daily walk, especially when he comes across a good patch of clover like this. After a while, he took a break from the clover buffet to relax in a warm, sunny spot! Reptiles need sunlight to produce vitamin D3 so they can properly absorb calcium. Video Credit: Sarah Buffington | Mississippi Museum of Natural Science | Facebook
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How much do you know about the threatened gopher tortoise? A helpful video from the FWC includes more information on this keystone species and offers ways the public can get involved in conservation efforts. Citizens are also encouraged to download our free Florida Gopher Tortoise smartphone application. With the app, you can record the location of gopher tortoises you may see in your yard, neighborhood or crossing the road. Users can test their tortoise knowledge by taking a quiz, and sighting
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899K views · 20K reactions | In the heart of the Everglades, these slow-moving gopher tortoises dig burrows that offer vital shelter to over 300 species, protecting them from the extreme temperatures of the region. | National Geographic Animals | Facebook
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