About the Desert tortoise
The Desert tortoise (Gopherus agassizii) is a species documented in our database. Learn more about this species through the information below.
Conservation Status
Desert tortoise is currently listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
Population Trend
decreasing
Current Threats
- Habitat loss due to urban development
- Predation by ravens and coyotes
- Disease
Photo Gallery
1 photos available
Geographic Distribution
Distribution by Region
Mojave Desert
Continent: North America
Country: United States
Region: Southwest
Distribution Overview
Found in the Mojave and Sonoran Deserts
Quick Facts
- Size
- 22 - 36 cm
- Weight
- 4 - 6 kg
- Lifespan
- 50-80 years years
- Diet
- Herbivore
Habitat
DesertGrassland
Behavior
- Primarily active during the day
- Hibernates during winter months
- Males are territorial during mating season