Hatching Of A Mojave Desert Tortoise

4 minutes 50 seconds

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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.