The trail is well worn and must become a stream channel when the heavy rains come.
The Teddy Bear Cholla (Opuntia bigelovii) at right, front, is one of several species ofThe Teddy Bear Cholla found in the Sonoran Desert.
"Teddy" is named for its furry "cuddly" appearance but is actually a densely spined plant. This dense covering of spines almost completely obscures the stem, shielding it from exposure to intense sunlight.
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The trail is well worn and must become a stream channel when the heavy rains come.
The Teddy Bear Cholla (Opuntia bigelovii) at right, front, is one of several species ofThe Teddy Bear Cholla found in the Sonoran Desert.
"Teddy" is named for its furry "cuddly" appearance but is actually a densely spined plant. This dense covering of spines almost completely obscures the stem, shielding it from exposure to intense sunlight.