
Testudinology (TORTOISES) Encore with Amanda Hipps
Ologies with Alie Ward
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Journey with Gopher Tortoises
This chapter follows the speaker's journey towards veterinary medicine, focusing on their hands-on experiences with gopher tortoises at the Jacksonville Zoo. Through anecdotes of rehabilitation and the challenges faced with these remarkable creatures, the speaker highlights the ecological significance of gopher tortoises as a keystone species. The discussion blends personal passion for exotic animals with reflections on career paths and unexpected connections in wildlife conservation.
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