The Mojave Desert tortoise has long been considered a threatened species, but in June, California declared it endangered.

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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.

Now that we're in the month of May and have seen temperatures consistently in the upper 80s—many locals are asking "where is our famous spring-predicting desert tortoise Mojave Max?" ...

TWENTYNINE PALMS Marine Corps base, Calif. — The two tiny tortoises emerged from their burrows as soon as they detected Brian Henen’s footsteps, eager for the handfuls of bok choy ...

The tortoises pockmark the desert floor with burrows that other animals use for shelter, and disperse the seeds of native plants in their waste.

The Twentynine Palms Marine Corps base houses vulnerable young desert tortoises until they're hardy enough to withstand predators and drought. The endangered species' continued existence in the ...

The Twentynine Palms Marine Corps base houses vulnerable young desert tortoises until they're hardy enough to withstand predators and drought. The endangered species' continued existence in the wild ...

What started as a volunteer position turned into a mission to protect one of our most vulnerable desert residents, the Mojave Desert tortoise.