Tiburon Peninsula (California) facts for kids
The Tiburon Peninsula is a piece of land that sticks out into the San Francisco Bay Area in Marin County. It is home to several towns. These include Tiburon and Belvedere. Part of Corte Madera, California is also on the peninsula.
Many areas on the peninsula are not part of any town. This includes parts of the north side. The communities of Paradise Cay and Strawberry are also here. Richardson Bay separates the peninsula from the rest of Marin County. Angel Island is about 1 mile south of the peninsula's tip.
A long time ago, much of the Tiburon Peninsula was part of a Spanish land grant. This land was given to an early Californian named John Reed. A very important part of the peninsula is Ring Mountain, Marin County. This mountain forms the "backbone" of the peninsula. It is also the highest point there.
The Tiburon Peninsula is special because it has many rare and endangered plants. It is also a place where ancient Native American people left rock carvings. These carvings are pictures made on rocks. A mineral called lawsonite was first found and described on the Tiburon Peninsula.
History of the Tiburon Peninsula
The Tiburon Peninsula has a rich history. Long ago, Native American people lived here. They left behind interesting rock carvings. Later, the land became part of a Spanish land grant. This means the Spanish government gave the land to settlers. Over time, towns grew on the peninsula. These towns became popular places to live.
Nature and Wildlife
The Tiburon Peninsula is home to many different plants and animals. It is especially known for its rare and endangered plant species. These are plants that are not found in many other places. They need special protection to survive. Ring Mountain, for example, has unique plant life. It is important to protect these natural areas.
See also
In Spanish: Península del Tiburón para niños
