Genus Gopherus (Noun)
Meaning
Gopher tortoises.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Gopherus consists of several species of tortoises native to North America, including the gopher tortoise and the Texas tortoise.
- Gopherus is a genus of tortoises that primarily inhabit the southeastern United States and parts of Mexico.
- The genus Gopherus is known for its unique digging behavior, as its species are well adapted for burrowing.
- Conservation efforts have been put in place to protect the species within the genus Gopherus, particularly the gopher tortoise.
- Gopherus polyphemus, the gopher tortoise, is the most well-known species within the genus Gopherus.