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gopher tortoise

/ˈɡoʊfər ˈtɔːrtəs/

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/ˈɡoʊfər ˈtɔːrtəs/B2formal
  • ruВид черепахи, обитающий на юго-востоке США, известный тем, что роет глубокие норы, служащие убежищем для многих других животных.

A species of tortoise native to the southeastern United States, known for digging deep burrows that provide shelter for many other animals.

  1. Burrowing reptileB2formalamerican

    A species of tortoise (Gopherus polyphemus) native to the southeastern United States, known for digging deep burrows that provide habitat for many other animals.

    ruРоющая рептилия

    • The gopher tortoise is considered a keystone species in its ecosystem.
    • Its burrows can be over 30 feet long and provide shelter for over 350 other species.
    • Conservation efforts are underway to protect the gopher tortoise from habitat loss.