Tuesday, September 17, 2024

September 17, 2024

This is a Saguaro Cactus
It can grow over 70 feet tall
Though it's spines might deter some desert dwellers,
It can provide food, water and shelter for almost all. 

Thanks to my very special guest photographer, David Simpson.

Location: Arizona

Sources: https://www.nwf.org/Magazines/National-Wildlife/2001/Spine-Tingling-Story

Photo and text © 2024 Dee Fairbanks Simpson

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