The Gopher
Gophers are furry little creatures that are skilled at tunneling and digging. They have short limbs, a compact body, and sharp claws that make them perfect underground dwellers. A gopher's fur usually varies from black to light brown, helping them blend with their surroundings. They also have small eyes and ears on the top of their heads and two large front teeth that they use for gnawing and digging. Their cheek pouches can hold food and are lined with fur to keep their precious snacks safe!
| Gopher | |
|---|---|
| Size | 5-14 inches (12.7-35.56 cm) |
| Weight | 0.5-2.2 lbs (0.23-1 kg) |
| Speed | 8mph (13km/h) |
| Key Strength | Strong front legs with large claws for digging and defense |
| Biggest Weakness | Small size and poor eyesight |
| Scientific Name | Geomyidae |
| Family | Rodentia |
| Habitat | Underground burrows |
| Geography | North and Central America |
| Diet | Herbivore, primarily plant roots, bulbs, and other vegetables |
| Lifespan | 1 year - 3 years |
The Gopher
Gophers are furry little creatures that are skilled at tunneling and digging. They have short limbs, a compact body, and sharp claws that make them perfect underground dwellers. A gopher's fur usually varies from black to light brown, helping them blend with their surroundings. They also have small eyes and ears on the top of their heads and two large front teeth that they use for gnawing and digging. Their cheek pouches can hold food and are lined with fur to keep their precious snacks safe!
Fun Fact: Gophers are true loners, and they prefer to live and forage alone, except during mating season.
| Gopher | |
|---|---|
| Size | 5-14 inches (12.7-35.56 cm) |
| Weight | 0.5-2.2 lbs (0.23-1 kg) |
| Speed | 8mph (13km/h) |
| Key Strength | Strong front legs with large claws for digging and defense |
| Biggest Weakness | Small size and poor eyesight |
| Scientific Name | Geomyidae |
| Family | Rodentia |
| Habitat | Underground burrows |
| Geography | North and Central America |
| Diet | Herbivore, primarily plant roots, bulbs, and other vegetables |
| Lifespan | 1 year - 3 years |
Gopher Matchups
We use AI to simulate matchups between the Gopher and other animals. Our simulation considers size, strength, and natural predatory behaviors to determine the most likely outcome.
Fun Fact: These builders extraordinaire can move up to a ton of soil when digging just one of their burrows.
Fun Fact: Despite their small size, gophers are quite strong and can carry food up to their own body weight!