Which of the following observations would lead to the classification of gopher tortoises as a keystone species in Georgia?

A. Gopher tortoises - create habitats for hundreds of other species by digging underground burrows.

B. maintain a diet that consists of a variety of native grasses, fruits, and legumes. C. can only reproduce at a rate of about six hatchlings every 10 years.

D. live in forested regions where plenty of sunlight can reach the forest floor.

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Brandon Bentley · Answer 1

A. many species rely on the gopher tortoise to give them places to live so most of that environment depends on the gopher tortoise