Coyotes using culverts like… 👀🐾

This dog-shaped creature is a coyote, but what the heck is a culvert?! These roadside tunnels promote drainage and serve as safe passageways for wildlife! In Coyote Valley, culverts help animals cross roads and roam between the Santa Cruz Mountains and Diablo Range.

It's World Otter Day! Spotted in Santa Cruz: one sea otter, one crab, one floating feast 🦦🦀 Sea otters dine on their backs like little buoyant buffets. In doing so, they help keep kelp forests thriving. Who knew mealtime could be ecosystem care?

It’s Endangered Species Day, a powerful reminder of how urgently we need to protect the plants and animals at risk of disappearing. Learn more from our favorite host, Hannah at POST. 👇

Looking for a way to join regional efforts? Get to know your local prescribed burn association: calpba.org/connect-ca-pba

🎥 What is a burl and why do trees form them?

Our forest health program manager shares his knowledge, tree nerd joy, and yes… 2 burl-themed parody songs you didn’t know you needed.

Got a fun idea for a burl parody? He’s taking requests! 🌳🎶👇

#ArborDay #ForestHealth #Manzanita

Did you know that there are 1M acres of core habitat on either side of Coyote Valley? Amid the wildflowers and emerald hillsides that locals know and love, wildlife are traveling to find food, shelter, and mates. 🐾

Instead of saying "like water off a duck’s back" when someone stays unbothered, give it a fresh twist by saying "like raindrops off a junco’s crown!" #birds