What is another word for gopher turtle?
Pronunciation: [ɡˈə͡ʊfə tˈɜːtə͡l] (IPA) 
The Gopher Tortoise, an ancient reptile species native to southeastern United States, is also known as the land tortoise, the Georgia tortoise, or the Florida tortoise. Other synonyms include the Gopherus Polyphemus, due to its Greek name and the fact that it has one eye, and the Gopher turtle, because it shares burrows with the gopher species. Some Southern locals refer to the tortoise as the "Hoover Chicken" because it supposedly tastes like chicken, while Native American communities call it the "Voice of the Earth" and regard it with reverence and respect. Regardless of its name, the Gopher Tortoise plays an important role in its ecosystem and is protected by law.
