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go·pher tor·toise

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  1. gopher tortoise, gopher turtle, gopher, Gopherus polypemusnoun

    burrowing edible land tortoise of southeastern North America

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  1. gopher tortoise

    The gopher tortoise is a species of turtle native to the southeastern United States. It is known for its unique digging habits, constructing large burrows in sandy soils which provide shelter for itself and other species. The gopher tortoise is a land-dwelling reptile, dull in color with a brownish grey carapace (shell) and yellowish underside. They are herbivores and primarily feed on grasses, fruits, and legumes. The gopher tortoise is listed as vulnerable on the IUCN Red List due to habitat loss and fragmentation.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of gopher tortoise in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of gopher tortoise in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1

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