Description:
Palustrine Scrub-shrub covering the small channel area of the Napa River between the stream banks. The channel is completely flooded in the spring and winter.
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Conditions: Late fall water level is low within channel.
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| Dominant Plants: |
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Scientific Name: |
| Willow, various species |
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Salix spp. |
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Disturbances: Water levels in river are influenced by groundwater use for vineyard irrigation. |
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Comments: Even though water is flowing in the channel, the dominant wildlife habitat within the channel is Scrub-shrub. |
