Innovative System Measures Fog That Beloved Plants Need to Thrive

Katayama T, Cat L , Pandori L . 2025. Innovative System Measures Fog That Beloved Plants Need to Thrive. Park Science. 39(1)

Fog is a critical but mysterious water source for native plants during hot, dry summers at Cabrillo National Monument. Researchers used new technology to uncover the park’s fog patterns, showing the best places to restore damaged habitat.

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Journal Article
Authors
Katayama, Taro; Cat, Linh Anh; Pandori, Lauren
Units
CABR , CHIS
Keywords
chaparral, climate change, coastal fog, coastal sage scrub, fog, In Brief, methods, microclimates, monitoring, native plants, plants, Point Loma peninsula, rare plants, restoration, technology, water availability
Subjects
NPS.gov Subject Site: Park Science

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