chaparral
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Because of its size and severity, this high-intensity burn area will remain what is called montane chaparral for decades, he said.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 28, 2025
Most chaparral plants are adapted to this fire cycle.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 27, 2025
“To restore the natural fire frequency and chaparral habitats,” it states, “Topanga State Park should be left to burn within reasonable public safety limits and outside of fire exclusion zones.”
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 27, 2025
According to the ATF special agent, a firebrand became lodged within dense chaparral and then smoldered and burned within the roots of the vegetation.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 26, 2025
Bright emerald grass contrasts with the brown chaparral that hovers above it.
From "The Adoration of Jenna Fox" by Mary E. Pearson
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