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Map Satellite Though much of the area on the valley floor is developed, there still exist, along the river, some representatives of the riparian association. The dominant species are cottonwood, Populus fremontii, yellow willow, Salix lasiandra, and, in portions, the nettle, Urtica dioica ssp. holosericea. Most of the remaining area is grassland, with such species as bladderpod, Isomeris arborea, and non-natives filaree, Erodium cicutarium, and wild oat, Avena barbata. Several rare plants, including Eriogonum gossypinum, Mimulus pictus and Opuntia basilaris var. treleasei, have been collected in the area. Wildlife is relatively abundant, and the artificial Lake Wing has become a stopping place for migratory waterfowl. There are numerous sites of archaeological interest in the area. Integrity: Much of the area has been developed for recreation, with numerous facilities, and the grasslands have been heavily disturbed. Use: Educational, research, observational, present. Some portions are private. May 1977
Inventory of California Natural Areas
Revision © 2008 Steven Louis Hartman
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