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Gopher tortoises are slow-moving reptiles native to the southeastern United States. These remarkable creatures are known for their ability to dig deep burrows, which can be up to 40 feet long and 10 feet deep. These burrows serve as home not only for the tortoises but also for over 350 other species.
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Gopher tortoises can live for 60 years or more in the wild, and even longer in human care. Despite their slow pace, these tortoises have remarkable longevity and play a long-term role in shaping their ecosystems through their burrowing and grazing habits.