What is another word for Genus Xerobates?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs zˈi͡əɹəbˌe͡ɪts] (IPA) 
Genus Xerobates is a group of turtles that belong to the family Testudinidae. This genus comprises two species, namely the Sonoran Desert tortoise and the Agassiz's desert tortoise. These species are also known by different names, such as Gopherus agassizii and Gopherus morafkai. Other synonyms for the genus Xerobates include Geochelone morafkai and Xerobates agassizii. These tortoises are primarily found in the southwestern region of the United States and northwestern Mexico, and they are well-adapted to living in arid environments. The genus Xerobates plays an essential role in maintaining the balance of their ecosystem, and they are considered vulnerable to endangerment.
