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For the west coasters-Desert Tortoise

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after the Red Eft photo for the eastern herpers, figured I should represent us westerners. There is a spot in the Mojave area where I camp at least once a year. I have found at least one Desert tortoise (from a little bigger than a quarter to full grown) every year for over 15 years, except for 2004. I was bummed that my streak fell.
 

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very nice! i rescued one that was walking up my street a year ago and am bringing him out of hibernation right now
 
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