Hatching Of A Mojave Desert Tortoise

A baby turtle still mostly in a broken shell nestled in the sand. Caption: USGS

The United States Geological Survey (USGS) conducts research on the Mojave Desert Tortoise, and part of the research includes ensuring the survival of the species. This short clip depicts the hatching on new Mojave Desert Turtles.

(Source: DCMP)

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  • Hatching Of A Mojave Desert Tortoise

    Type:
    Video
    Format:
    Streaming
    Accommodations:
    English Audio Descriptions - Visual, English Captions - Auditory
    Languages:
    English
    License:
    OER
    Author:
    U.S. Geological Survey
    Length:
    5 minutes