Arizona's saguaro cactus has evolved to thrive in the extreme climate of the Sonoran Desert, but after decades of rising heat, even these towering icons are showing signs of stress.

The saguaro cactus is synonymous with the Sonoran Desert, the region where it grows best. The slow-growing species is hardy and, despite longtime rumors of disease, resistant to blight.

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (AP) — A parcel of land that is prime habitat for the so-called teddy bear cactus has been purchased for a Mojave Desert conservation organization. An anonymous donor bought ...

For now, a flat jointed, distinctly spiny cactus, having a yellow flower with a reddish base, is a desert prickly-pear . . . probably. In our area, look for the desert prickly-pear above 3,500 ...

Luckily, everybody stayed safe. (relaxing music) - The light was insane, this amazing sunset, horses are running around, and they're like super excited, it's breeding season.

PHELAN, Calif. (KABC) -- Horse owners in the high desert fear a skin disease affecting horses is spreading. Worried horse owners want to know why some of their animals are getting sick.