Trump Administration Plan to Lift Protections Puts Southern California National Forests at Risk, Critics Say
Trump plan to repeal a longstanding rule that protects millions of acres of national forest land draws sharp criticism
Trump Administration Wants to Open Chuckwalla National Monument to Mining
Outdoors enthusiasts and environmental groups are alarmed after a leaked Interior Department draft outlined options for carving thousands of acres out of six Western national…
Biden Designates New Southern California National Monument and Expand Joshua Tree
Joe Biden designated Chuckwalla National Monument near Joshua Tree National Park
Young Mountain Lion Returns to Wild After Rehabilitation in San Diego County
A young female mountain lion, severely injured and emaciated when rescued in May, has been successfully returned to the wild after nearly six months of rehabilitation at the San Diego Humane Society’s Ramona Wildlife Center.
Two New Wolf Packs Confirmed in California as Population Recovery Continues
Two new gray wolf packs have established themselves in Northern California, marking a significant milestone in the recovery the federally and state-protected species.
Yosemite Frogs Jump Back from Fungus Attack
Some good news on the wildlife conservation front: the Sierra Nevada yellow-legged frog (Rana sierrae), an endangered amphibian that has faced near-extinction, is showing signs…
Southern California Desert Plants
Southern California’s deserts are home to a diverse array of resilient plants that thrive in harsh, arid conditions. From towering cacti to fragrant wildflowers, these…
The Mojave Desert Tortoise: A Keystone Species on the Brink
The Mojave desert tortoise, a symbol of the rugged beauty and fragility of California’s Mojave Desert, has been at the center of conservation efforts for decades.
The Amargosa Vole: A Small Rodent with Big Challenges in the Mojave Desert
A Tiny Survivor in the Mojave’s Heart
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