Grows in moist places. Warblers, Goldfinches and Pine Siskins are attracted to these trees. The buds are eaten by Cedar Waxwings in the spring. Atriplex breweri . Birds are fond of the seeds.
Many birds get salt picking at leaves.
Atriplex lentiformis . Birds are fond of the seeds, which are produced in abundance. Quail, Finches, Towhees and Sparrows are among the species which feed on these seeds. Beloperone californica . The red flowers are favorites with Hummingbirds.