The Conservancy acquires and manages land for the purpose of meeting the objectives of the Natomas Basin Habitat Conservation Plan.
The Natomas Basin Conservancy promotes biological conservation along with economic development and the continuation of agriculture in the Natomas Basin. The Habitat Conservation Plan establishes a multi-species conservation program to mitigate the expected loss of habitat values and take of protected species that would result from urban development, operation irrigation and drainage systems, and r
05/28/2026
“Excuse me? Do you have the time? My sundial shadow is a bit off.”
[Image description: A Giant garter snake looks at the camera as the sun casts a shadow on its body.]
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05/26/2026
The Conservancy has found Fairy shrimp on its preserves. Head to the link below to read about it in our blog post.
[Image description: Close-up of a single Fairy shrimp floating along in water.]
https://natomasbasin.org/executive-directors-blog/what-does-shrimp-have-to-do-with-it/
05/21/2026
When you draw the shortest straw and get stuck with the worst shift yet again!
[Image description: A Great egret sits on a branch surrounded by smaller bare branches and appears unamused while staring in the distance.]
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05/20/2026
Sunflowers know how to find the light, wherever they grow.
[Image description: A close-up bright yellow sunflower blooms with green foliage in the background.]
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05/19/2026
“I’ve made it! I’m on top of the world!”
[Image description: View looking up at a dragonfly perched atop a tall plant with blue sky in the background.]
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05/14/2026
“Finally out the door for the morning commute!”
[Image description: A White-faced ibis in mid-flight with outstretched wings looking focused.]
natomasbasin.org/education/the-nbhcp-species/white-faced-ibis
05/13/2026
Where Common Yarrow meets California Poppy, wildflowers doing what they do best.
[Image description: Clusters of small white Common Yarrow flowers bloom beside a large, bright orange California Poppy.]
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05/12/2026
Late spring blooms with such brilliant colors everywhere, like the purple hues on this Lupine plant.
[Image description: Close-up of a Lupine plant with sunlight shining on its purple and white leaves.]
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05/07/2026
When you’ve been rehearsing for weeks and then suddenly get stage fright at the audition.
[Image description: A Burrowing owl stands on the edge of a dirt embankment appearing stunned.]
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05/05/2026
Like little bowls of gold, these California poppies are rich in vibrant yellowy-orange hues.
[Image description: Close-up of California poppy plants against a blue sky in the background.]
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