*** About Saguaro Cactus: The saguaro cactus (Carnegiea gigantea) is more than just a plant; it's an emblem of the American West, particularly Arizona's Sonoran Desert. These giants can live for over 150 years and often don't grow their first "arm" until they reach 75 years of age. Saguaros are crucial to the desert biome, providing habitats and food for various wildlife, including birds such as the Gila woodpecker and animals like the desert fox. The cactus blooms in the late spring with flowers that open at night and close by the next midday, pollinated primarily by bats. The saguaro's significance extends beyond the ecological, deeply rooted in the cultural and historical narratives of the Native American tribes in the region.

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