Real Plains Pocket Gopher Skull All Reptiles & Amphibians inhabit the sub-Antarctic islands of

inhabit the sub-Antarctic islands of New Zealand

Skull Height 18

It is named for the bands of flexible armor on its shell

Although this species may be locally common

They are very adaptive and occupy all terrains and most habitats

Real Plains Pocket Gopher Skull All Reptiles & Amphibians inhabit the sub-Antarctic islands ofThe plains pocket gopher (Geomys bursarius) is a small burrowing rodent known for its extensive underground tunnel systems. One distinctive feature of pocket gophers is their incisors, which have longitudinal grooves running along the front surface. These grooves help reduce friction and allow the teeth to wear evenly as the gopher gnaws through soil and roots. Their incisors grow continuously throughout their life, so the grooves are essential for