Natural History Wanderings

Earth.com reported

The saguaro cactus is engineered for endurance in one of North America’s toughest environments. Rising up to 70 feet tall, with arms reaching skyward like desert sculptures, the cactus endures searing heat, fierce monsoon winds, and shifting sands.

But how does the saguaro manage to stay upright? A new study reveals that this giant cactus constantly flexes with subtle vibrations invisible to the naked eye.

Read more: Giant cactus plants ‘loosen up’ to bend with the desert wind – Earth.com