Species Spotlight: Santa Ana Sucker

Species Spotlight: Santa Ana Sucker

Species Spotlight: Santa Ana Sucker The Santa Ana sucker (Catostomus santaanae) may be a small freshwater fish, but it plays a big role in southern California’s river ecosystems. It has a dark gray back, a lighter belly, and a diet that includes algae, diatoms,...
Species Spotlight: Rainbow Manzanita

Species Spotlight: Rainbow Manzanita

Species Spotlight: Rainbow Manzanita The Rainbow Manzanita (Arctostaphylos rainbowensis) is a fascinating plant that features evergreen leaves, reddish-brown bark, and charming pink, bell-shaped flowers. Named after the community of Rainbow by the San Diego/Riverside...
Species Spotlight: Delhi Sands Flower-Loving Fly

Species Spotlight: Delhi Sands Flower-Loving Fly

Species Spotlight: Delhi Sands Flower-Loving Fly The Delhi Sands flower-loving fly (Rhaphiomidas terminates abdominalis) is a large eye-catching fly species that measures between half an inch and one and a half inches in length. It has a light brown body, long...