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Sunday, August 2, 2009

Back in the Desert


Dr. K, Research Associate Becca and I are back in the Chihuahuan Desert again, sweating our butts off in the name of research. For instance, we have to do some research to determine what plant this is, and if the little globules are fruit or flower buds.

Dr. K enjoying a brief respite in the shade.

More research is necessary to identify this tiny purple flower.

This tripartite Barrel Cactus is starting to bloom.



Closeup of the flowers.

1 comment:

Dr. K said...

The cacti are beautiful, even though it is very hot.

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