Saguaro Blossoms — Images by kenne
I’m told that Arizona’s state flower, the saguaro blossom, has a strong overripe melons smell, but I’m not going to get close enough to check it out — will leave that to the experts. Like a lot of cactus flowers, they are short-lived, blooming at night and often closed within 24 hours. During the night the flowers are pollinated by the lesser long-nosed bat and the Mexican long-tongued bat. During the daytime the flowers are pollinated by bees and birds such as the white-winged dove.
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- It’s tad early, but saguaros already are flowering locally (azstarnet.com)
Do enjoy seeing the desert come to life through your pictures. It’s the next best thing to being there. Thanks!
You are more than welcome!
Fascinating information. Terrific photos too.
Thank you.
Very sharp images Kenne. Well done!
Your comment is most appreciated — Thanks.
Night candle? if so, just spotted one at home this morning ; ) I like this!