Living Laboratories: The UC Natural Reserve System

UC Natural Reserve System lands are home to dozens of vulnerable
animal and plant species. These range from some of the state's
rarest amphibians to endemic plants to icons of the West such as
bighorn sheep. Studies conducted at the 39 reserves of the NRS
informs how these species are managed, which helps preserve the
Golden State's extraordinary biological diversity. Scientists "can
work in protected areas that allow them to follow the biology and
the ecosystem dynamics of these rare and endangered species. We're
really proud of that," says Peggy Fiedler, executive director of
the NRS. Series: "UC Natural Reserve System" [Science] [Show ID:
33949]