We established this 324-acre conservation bank in Los Angeles County, California, in 2024 to provide mitigation offsets for losses of Joshua trees and desert streams as part of expected construction of infrastructure in the Mojave Desert.
The site is near protected lands that support similar biological resources and is at an ideal elevation for species and ecosystem health. It is home to more than 30,000 Joshua trees and more than 4 acres of desert streams.
The habitat of the conservation bank is Joshua tree woodland, but other flora and fauna thrive there. Desert shrubs are abundant on the site, including creosote bush, California buckwheat, and cheesebush.
Our team cleaned up the site by removing debris. Wildlife-friendly fencing was installed to provide additional protection. When needed, modest weed management and seeding may be implemented.