Montane Shrublands

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Montane Shrublands

• By Mallory Vess

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Characteristics

• Elevation 6,500- 9,500 feet
• Temperature 20-30 F in winter 80-90F in
  summer
• Annual Precipitation little to moderate
• Dry Climate region

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Plants

• Scrub Oak ( Right)
• Manzanita Serviceberry
• Mountain Mahogany

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Birds

• Virginias Warbler
• Blue-Gray Gnatcatcher
• Mountain Bluebird (right)
• Green Tailed Grosbeak

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Mammals

• Deer
• Elk
• Black Bear (right)

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Insects

• Butterflies (right)
• Beetles
• Spiders

Black Swallow Tail
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Disturbances

• Fire
• Draught