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Have you ever asked yourself when is a turtle a tortoise or when is a tortoise a turtle? Get the answer to this question at this presentation about Gopher Tortoises. Tripod is a 3-legged turtle because in the past he became tangled in litter. The litter wrapped around his leg, it became infected and had to be amputated.
Gopher tortoises are a Florida iconic and keystone species with over 365 other species depending on gopher tortoise burrows. TLNC has an ambassador tortoise—Tripod which can be seen in the turtle habitat outside the education building. Learn about the dangers faced by this turtle.

No reservation is required to attend but non-TLNC members are required to pay a $5/vehicle entry fee.