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Desert Tortoise

Tortoise crossing RMLT Trail

Tortoise crossing RMLT Trail

The Mojave Desert is home to the desert tortoise which is listed as a “Threatened ” species under the Edangered Species Act.  An encounter with a desert tortoise in the wild is a rare treat.

If you see a desert tortoise while in the desert:

  • View it from a distance
  • Do not pick it up.   Tortoise bladders are like cateens; they store water, they reabsorb it directly from the bladder when fresh water is not available.  When frightened, they frequently urinate as a defense mechanism. Loss of this water supply can be fatal.

If you see a desert tortoise wandering in a developed area or find an injured tortoise, please call the tortoise hotline at 702-383-TORT(8678).

Mojave Max suggests the follow guidelines to help protect the desert tortoise:

  • Stay on established roads & trails.
  • Don’t litter. If you pack it in, pack it out.
  • Leave soil, rocks, plants and animals alone.
  • Respect, protect, and enjoy our desert!

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A flag and blinky light were found on the RMLT. Does this belong to you?

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City Cyclin'

This is pretty cool!

Thanks to City of Henderson for this creative idea to promote cycling!
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