Chaparral

1) Western fence lizard- this reptile likes to get lots of sun which it can get it chaparral, but can also find shade under rocks and stuff, tan color matches arid color scheme of chaparral
2) Chamise- this plant is fire resistant! plus thin hard spindly leaves reduce water loss
3) Coyote brush-waxy coating on leaves reduces water loss, also leaves are fire-retardant
4) Manzanita- small leaves to reduce water loss, seed scarification by fire necessary for reproduction
5) orange bush monkeyflower- hairs help water uptake from air

Posted on February 21, 2013 08:44 PM by blankets4