Across
- 4. Type of forest dominated by Douglas-fir with four distinct subtypes based on soil and slope
- 6. A unique stunted forest ecosystem growing on ancient marine terraces with acidic, nutrient-poor soils
- 7. A cemented soil layer formed 2-4 feet below the surface, essential for vernal pool formation
- 8. Hot, dry winds that flow from high deserts through mountain passes toward the coast, increasing fire risk
- 10. The tallest trees on Earth found along Highway 101, with scientific name Sequoia sempervirens
- 12. East-west oriented mountain ranges including the Santa Monica and San Gabriel mountains
- 14. Old ocean floor rocks, traces of which are found in the Klamath Mountains
- 15. Weather phenomenon along the coast that reduces transpiration and maintains soil moisture
- 16. Gallery forests bordering large rivers, characterized by water-loving deciduous trees
- 17. Species found only in a specific region with high proportion on Channel Islands
Down
- 1. Dominant tree of the Mixed Evergreen Forest, the most common conifer in Pacific Northwest
- 2. Seasonal pools that fill with water in winter and spring and dry completely for 8 months
- 3. A spectacular wildflower display that occurs in spring, particularly after wet winters
- 5. Amphibians particularly diverse in Pacific Northwest with at least 15 species
- 6. North-south oriented mountain ranges extending from Southern California into Baja California
- 9. The northern valley of California's Central Valley, named after California's largest river
- 11. Atmospheric condition where warm air traps cooler air near the ground, preventing air circulation
- 13. Term meaning "this side of the mountains," referring to regions west of the desert in Southern California