New Hope for the Mojave Desert Tortoise: What California’s New Conservation Plan Could Mean for Anza-Borrego

The Mojave desert tortoise is more than an iconic reptile—it is an important part of desert ecosystems. Its burrows provide shelter for other wildlife, and its presence reflects the health of intact desert habitat. Protecting tortoises also helps protect countless other species that depend on the same landscape. In areas connected to Anza-Borrego Desert State […]