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To save the Mojave Desert tortoise, protect the desert landscape, researchers say

By Nate Perez
Published August 11, 2025 at 4:06 PM CDT

Researchers are working to save a tortoise that has been in the American southwest for millions of years. California has moved to put extra protections in place for the Mojave Desert tortoise.

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