Clarkia

The elegant clarkia is found in woodlands below 5,000 feet throughout much of California. It is named for William Clark of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Photo courtesy of the UC Natural Reserve System

The Sudbury Neutrino Observatory in an underground cave

Sudbury Neutrino Observatory

In a cave more than a mile underground, lies the Sudbury Neutrino Observatory.

spike mallow

Spike mallow

The spike mallow is common in Sierra meadows. The nectar is fluorescent, which may help attract pollinators such as solitary bees and skippers. Photo courtesy of the UC Natural Reserve System.

Aquilegia formosa flower

Aquilegia formosa

The Northwest crimson columbine (Aquilegia formosa) is one of three columbine species native to California. Image courtesy of the UC Natural Reserve System.

Erigeron glaucus

The seaside daisy, Erigeron glaucus, is common along coastal bluffs and beaches. Photo courtesy of the UC Natural Reserve System.