Flora and Fauna
The most common trees within the Applegate River's watershed include Douglas fir and madrone. White oak and big-leaf maple grow in the loam soil found on the higher slopes. Shrubs such as vine maple and manzanita grow beneath the trees.
Animals that live along the Applegate River include the endangered Siskiyou Mountains salamander, and the near threatened spotted owl.
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