The Great Deserts
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Ocotillo can quickly leaf in respond to a recent rainfall.

Beavertail cactus have small but very sharp needles.


Ocotillo without leaves.

Jumping Cholla Cactus with fallen spines near its base.


A closer view of a Jumping Cholla.
8 May 2001
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