When you imagine a farmer, what do you see? Probably not a pocket gopher — a small, solitary rodent that tunnels through the soil and munches on roots all across North and Central America.
Research Suggests Gophers Are One of the First Mammalian Farmers
A study shows that some gophers “farm” in their tunnels, making them one of the first agriculturalists among mammals.
By Sam Walters
Jul 11, 2022 3:00 PMJul 11, 2022 3:01 PM
(Credit: Veronica Selden/Cell Press)
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