Mural #17
ANIMALS OF THE MOJAVE

Animals of the Mojave are well -adapted to arid conditions. Travelers often report spotting coyotes, jackrabbits, or lizards in the desert around the Barstow area. Where protective “tortoise fences” have not been installed, desert tortoises are sometimes seen along the roadways and the red-tailed hawk can be a common visitor to many back yards. Encountering other desert animals is more unusual but they are here. You may have to hike the mountains or explore where water seeps above ground to see any evidence of them. (Word of caution: Where poisonous snakes are concerned, in the summer avoid bushes, very soft sand, and don’t lay your hand where you cannot see!) The image on this card is of the 17th mural created as a part of Barstow’s Main Street Murals project. The master artist was Kathy Fierro.

Location: 100 Main St. (Starlight Donuts)