The cougars in the Santa Ana and Santa Monica Mountains face dire consequences if these “islands” of habitat are not connected. The cougars are genetically isolated, which causes inbreeding, and that means the mountain lions face local extinction. Corridors connecting other habitats and new females are needed to keep the populations genetically diverse. Read the Orange County Register article.
With the rains came more vegetation… with the vegetation comes more rodents… and that means more snakes. If you plan to go outdoors at all this spring (and summer or fall) please be aware of snakes. As it gets warmer, the reptiles come out to sun themselves. In fact, the Puente Hills Habitat Preservation Authority has already had baby rattlers spotted in its preserve. Learn the do’s and don’t’s of the trail and how to handle wildlife encounters BEFORE you … Read More
Hills For Everyone has participated in the Green Scene at the Fullerton Arboretum for years. We’ve always had good experiences there. We are shocked that Cal State Fullerton would consider removal of all or a portion of the Arboretum to make room for dorms. If this local landmark and beautiful garden is important to you, please consider attending the April 10th Public Forum from 10 – 2 (location TBD) to relay your concerns and ideas. Read the Fullerton Observer article.
The La Habra Heights City Council is worried about a potential landslide on Hacienda Blvd. after reviewing a geotechnical study on the road. The City issued a state of emergency and has closed the route connecting Hacienda Heights to La Habra for a least a year. They are working to fund the repairs with state and federal funds. This area has slid before, according to officials at the City. It is one of the most tenuous portions of the wildlife … Read More
Sometimes you just can’t help but get wrapped up with a neighboring flower. This beautiful lupine glows a radiant purple, but has the yellow bloom of black mustard bursting through it.