Rhode Barthelemy
February 3, 2017
Bio-M/ 12-2:50
Experimental Design Lab
The Breeding of Gopher Tortoises
Abstract Gopher Tortoise have been around for over 60 million and they are originated in Western North America (Logan. 1981). In average tortoises are 25cm and can weigh up to 10 lb (Logan. 1981). Gophers are now known almost extinct, ascribe to humans taking over their habitat and building homes, shopping markets, and more.. One of the few homes for the gophers is at Florida Atlantic University preserve. This preserve was created in 1943, however it is decreasing in size. Since the Gophers are being preyed upon by humans, they are forced to seek a new home to reproduce so they won't be extinct.
Background information/ Introduction
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