Channel 13's Guy Tannenbaum spoke with a Springs Preserve zoologist to learn why Mojave Max is still in his burrow 'brumating ...

Mojave Max, the desert tortoise who serves as a mascot for the Clark County Desert Conservation Program, has not yet emerged ...

Mojave Max, Southern Nevada’s weather prognosticator, has not yet emerged from his burrow at the Springs Preserve in 2025, ...

That may seem like a lot of work, but Gleich said once the burrow is built, “they’re pretty low maintenance after that.” Hi, hello! Just your friendly neighborhood desert tortoise comin' in ...

Therefore, they are now seeking a home where they can happily crawl around and burrow in. “Desert tortoises offer longtime companionship without the drama,” said Tegan Wolf, Desert Tortoise ...

Clark County officials confirm Mojave Max is still hibernating due to cooler, windy weather, with a motion-activated camera ...

Those looking to adopt a desert tortoise must have a burrow ready prior to submitting an application. Arizonans can only adopt one tortoise per household. Breeding captive tortoises is illegal.

Mojave Max, the desert tortoise mascot of the Clark County Desert ... will emerge from his underground burrow at the Springs Preserve after his brumation, or hibernation for reptiles.

Desert Tortoise Adoption Program coordinator. "Tortoises are affectionate and low maintenance." Prospective adopters must build a burrow to protect tortoises from Arizona's extreme temperatures.