What Do Gopher Tortoises Eat? - Ecosystem Essentials
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What Do Gopher Tortoises Eat? - Ecosystem Essentials
What Do Gopher Tortoises Eat? In this informative video, we will explore the fascinating diet of gopher tortoises and its impact on their ecosystems. Gopher tortoises are herbivores that thrive in dry, sandy areas, where they primarily consume a variety of low-growing plants. We will discuss the types of plants that make up their diet ...
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Gopher Tortoise: Facts, Films, Conservation Efforts, and Research
Gopher Tortoise: Facts, Films, Conservation Efforts, and Research
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2.5K views · 287 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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2.5K views · 287 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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