The Western Joshua Tree was granted temporary protection of one year under the California Endangered Species Act (CESA) on September 20, 2020
If you witness the removing, cutting, transplanting of the Western Joshua Tree report the incident to California Department of Fish & Wildlife - CalTIP number 1.888.334.2258. Take photos, videos include license plates on vehicles.If you are brave inquire if they retained a permit from the state.
For further questions contact our group of Voices of Stewards