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    Gopher | Wikipedia

    • Pocket gophers, commonly referred to simply as gophers, are burrowing rodents of the family Geomyidae. The roughly 41 species are all endemic to North and Central America. They are commonly known for their extensive tunneling activities and their ability to destroy farms and gardens. The name "pocket gopher" on its own may refer to any of a … See more

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    Pocket gophers weigh around 200 g (1⁄2 lb), and are about 15–20 cm (6–8 in) in body length, with a tail 2.5–5 cm (1–2 in) long. A few species reach weights approaching 1 kg (2.2 lb). Within any particular g… See more

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    Geomys and Thomomys species are classed as "prohibited new organisms" under New Zealand's Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act 1996, preventing them from being imported into the country. … See more

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    Much debate exists among taxonomists about which races of pocket gophers should be recognized as full species, and the following list cannot be regarded as definitive.
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    • Minnesota is nicknamed the "Gopher State", and the University of Minnesota's athletics teams are collectively known as the Golden Gophers, led by mascot Goldy Gopher. The Golden Gopher, however, refers to the … See more

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  1. Types of gophers
    Types of gophers include123:
    • Western Pocket Gophers (Thomomys): Found only in the Western Hemisphere, they range from 5 to 13 1/2 inches in size.
    • Eastern Pocket Gophers (Geomys): Identified by the two grooves on each of their upper incisors.
    • Pappogeomys: Similar to Geomys, but with only a single groove on each upper incisor.
    • Common gopher species: Include the pocket gopher, plains pocket gopher, and Botta’s pocket gopher.
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    Types of gophers

    The three main categories in which gophers fall are:

    • Western Pocket Gophers (Thomomys), are found only in the Western Hemisphere. This group of gophers ranges from 5 to 13 1/2 inches in size depending on the region. ...

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    Types of gophers
    Common gopher species include the pocket gopher, plains pocket gopher, and Botta’s pocket gopher. Pocket gophers are small burrowing rodents native to North and Central America, characterized by fur-lined cheek pouches used for carrying food.

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    Types of gophers
    There are many subspecies of this gopher. Some of them include the Geomys bursarius ozarkensis, the Geomys bursarius illinoensis, and the Geomys bursarius missouriensis. Subspecies of the gopher, or pocket gopher, live throughout the United States and down into Mexico.

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    What are the different types of Gophers?
    There are many types of gophers throughout the world, but the most common typos of gophers found in North America are Yellow-faced Pocket Gopher, Smokey Pocket Gopher, Giant Pocket Gophers, Merriam’s pocket gopher, South-eastern Pocket Gophers, Oriental Basin pocket gopher, Goldman’s pocket gopher, Texas Pocket Gopher, Mountain Pocket Gopher, etc.

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    Are Gophers a rodent?
    Gophers are rodents, most notably found in North America. They have a paunchy body and a short tail. There are over 37 species (types) of gophers, and they vary in size and habitat which makes it difficult to identify one from another based on their appearance alone.

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    What is a pocket gopher?
    Pocket gophers, commonly referred to simply as gophers, are burrowing rodents of the family Geomyidae. The roughly 41 species are all endemic to North and Central America. They are commonly known for their extensive tunneling activities and their ability to destroy farms and gardens.

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    How do pocket gophers get their name?
    Pocket gophers get their name from the fur-lined pockets in their cheeks that allow them to carry food. The pockets open externally on each side of the gopher’s mouth, all the way from the face to the shoulders, and empty inside-out. They have large front teeth and strong claws that are perfect for digging and excavating.

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    What Do Gophers Look Like? A Guide With Pictures

    WEBGophers are medium-sized rodents with distinct physical features that help them adapt to their burrowing lifestyle. These specialized adaptations include fur-lined pouches on either side of their head for storing food, …

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    12 Great Gopher Facts | Fact Animal

    WEBGopher Facts Overview. There are six reported genera of Geomyidae, and 41 species (Itis). They each have short, powerful legs, adapted for digging, and they really know how to use them. They use them to create …

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    WEBJan 25, 2017 · Gophers are medium-sized rodents. They are larger than mice, but typically smaller than rats at around 5 to 14 inches (12.7 to 35.5 centimeters) long. They weigh a few hundred grams (1 lb. or...

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    How to Identify Types of Gopher Snakes | Terminix

    WEBPacific gopher snake, Pituophis catenifer catenifer; Family Colubridae. Pacific gopher snakes are large and can grow between 48 and 66 inches in length. Ranging throughout the United States, southern Canada, and …