California Ecosystems - Willets in the Pickleweed (original) pupfish and Bat Star

and Bat Star

Although California Ground Squirrels (Otospermophilus beecheyi) are often considered pests

Khaki bandana printed with deep brown ink

11” x 14” prints of watercolor and ink illustrations

A healthy coastal prairie is home to a wide variety of native plants

California Ecosystems - Willets in the Pickleweed (original) pupfish and Bat StarSaltmarshes are rare in California and have been especially impacted by human activity. Not only do they serve as buffer zones for coastal areas, they also provide habitat for wide variety of plants and animals. This piece features Willets, Lined Shore Crab, Jaumea, Pickleweed, Anchovies, and waterboatmen all creatures that depend on saltmarshes to thrive. Original watercolor and ink illustration on 300 lb. hot press Arches 100% cotton watercolor