What is another word for gopher tortoise?
Pronunciation:
[ ɡˈə͡ʊfə tˈɔːtəs], [ ɡˈəʊfə tˈɔːtəs], [ ɡ_ˈəʊ_f_ə t_ˈɔː_t_ə_s]
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Synonyms for Gopher tortoise:
n.
• animal (noun) • Other relevant words: (noun)Other synonyms:
• Gopherus polypemus
How to use "Gopher tortoise" in context?
The gopher tortoise is a distinct looking turtle that is found primarily in California and Texas. They have a flat head and a short neck. They are mostly a light brown with darker brown blotches on their shells. They have a long, slender body with a square tail. They can grow up to 6 feet long and weigh up to 80 pounds. The gopher tortoise does well in areas that have a lot of vegetation, as they are great burrowers. They are herbivorous and will eat anything from roots to grasses.
Holonyms for Gopher tortoise:
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animal
gopherus, Genus Gopherus.
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animal
Hyponym for Gopher tortoise:
n.
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animal
tortoise.
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animal
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