Florida Gopher tortoise help!

[Pastel Tortie]

So exactly what species of tortoise is this and why are they so illegal to own?

https://myfwc.com/wildlifehabitats/profiles/reptiles/gopher-tortoise/
https://myfwc.com/wildlifehabitats/wildlife/gopher-tortoise/rules-and-regulations/
http://gophertortoisecouncil.org/gopher-tortoise

 

[Melissacoop]

Thank you. I’m in the city so I’ve never seen one here.