Quiz: Gopher Tortoise

1. What does the Gopher Tortoise dig in the sandy soil?

💡 It's like a tunnel under the ground.

A long burrow A tall nest A deep pond A small cave

2. About how long can a Gopher Tortoise live in the wild?

💡 It's a very long life for a turtle!

About 5 years About 20 years Up to 60 years Up to 200 years

3. Why is the Gopher Tortoise called a keystone species?

💡 Think about all the animals that use its burrow as a home.

It is the biggest turtle in the world Its burrows give shelter to over 350 other species It can swim faster than any sea turtle It changes color with the seasons

4. Look closely at the page: what does the tortoise do during the hottest part of the day?

💡 Check the part about when it is most active.