The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has unveiled a comprehensive plan aimed at safeguarding the iconic Joshua trees in the state. The draft plan, spanning 294 pages, addresses the various threats faced by these trees, including wildfires, human development, and climate change.
The plan outlines strategies to minimize impacts from overgrazing, pesticide use, and unauthorized off-roading. It also includes provisions for relocating trees when necessary and protecting lands where they can thrive in the face of projected drier and hotter conditions.
