Gophers

Gophers are destructive diggers that can damage property. They use their sharp teeth and claws to excavate underground tunnels and burrows. They prefer moist, porous soils with good drainage. Gophers face numerous threats from predators. They are eaten by animals that are able to follow them into burrows such as weasels and snakes.

Gophers

Gophers are destructive diggers that can damage property. They use their sharp teeth and claws to excavate underground tunnels and burrows. They prefer moist, porous soils with good drainage. Gophers face numerous threats from predators. They are eaten by animals that are able to follow them into burrows such as weasels and snakes.

Overview

Scientific Name:

Geomyidae

Color:
Vary from brown to black to white

Weight:
On average 150g

Length:
6-9in

Tail Length:
1-2in

Body:
A gophers stout body is made for digging. They have no distinct neck with powerful short legs

Ears:
They have small ears and poor hearing. They rely heavily on their sense of touch for survival

Eyes:
They have small, rounded eyes and have poor eyesight

Lifespan:
1-3 years

Droppings:
Gophers increase organic matter in the form of plant material and feces. With gophers being deep in the ground, the feces become fertilization for the ground