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 * Gopher Tortoise

The Gopher Tortoises have originated in the West part of North America and can be found east of the Mississippi River. They have survived for more than 60 million years, but now they are threatened.

Facts about the Gopher Tortoise: **

· ** They dig burrows in dry habitats ** · ** The gopher tortoises can be found throughout the state of Florida and southern areas of Georgia, South Carolina, Mississippi, Alabama and the tip of Eastern Louisiana. ** · ** They are the state reptile of Georgia **

Ways to help inform others: **

***** ** You could have a fundraiser, and donate the money to a society that helps and cares for gopher tortoises **
 * *You could create an organization which lets people know how to help **
 * * Create a website letting people know what to do and how to help **