TERRA NEWS
Resilience Project: Sierra de San Pedro Mรกrtir By Mariana Espinosa Blas and Aurora Torres Valle
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he Sierra de San Pedro Mรกrtir is located between 600 and 3098 meters above sea level in the central part of the Baja California state. It is characterized by different ascending scenarios, featuring coastal sage scrub, chaparral, grasslands, wetlands and mixed forests. It is noticeably the majesty of its relief, smooth to the west and very rugged to the east. The incredible mountains, valleys and canyons are a clear evidence of the geological processes that took place millions of years ago.
In addition to these multiple scenarios, the sierra is located in the southernmost portion of the California Floristic Province, an ideal place where great diversity of plants and animals coexist. Thus, it is recognized as a biological corridor, and a well-preserved place that harbors high biodiversity and endemism. This is a key site for species such as the California condor, puma, bura deer, San Pedro Martir squirrel, golden eagle, red-legged frog, among others.
Aurora Torres, participated in the construction of dams for soil conservation. Photo: Bryan Gerardo
The brigade working on the protection of forest soil. Photo: Sierra de San Pedro Mรกrtir National Park.
The brigade working on the arrangement of dead plant material. Photo: Sierra de San Pedro Mรกrtir National Park. MARCH 2020
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