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Sunday, April 26, 2009

Another Sunday Outing


Research Associate Becca, Dr. K and I were taking in the scenery on the east side of Tortugas Mountain this morning. See for yourselves.

A healthy Sotol growing in a rocky ravine.

Strawberry Pitaya Cactus flower about to bloom.

Interesting cloud formation over the Organ Mountains.



Strawberry Pitaya flowers in full bloom. Notice the yellow pollen on the petals.

1 comment:

Dr. K said...

I think the blossums on cacti are some of the most beautiful flowers in nature.

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