Desert and desert-scrub biomes are characterized by specific types of plant and animal life. creosote bushes are found throughout areas such as the mojave desert. they are used by roadrunners for nesting, and also provide a home for desert tortoises. bushes growing low to the ground in sand. photo by samulili what type of plant is the creosote bush? a. coniferous tree b. lichen c. shrub d. flowering weed