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Getting to the Point: A Spiky Story of Saguaro National Park


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In this week's episode, we're taking you on a prickly adventure through one of America's most spine-tingling destinations – Saguaro National Park! Standing tall and proud like nature's own skyscrapers, these desert giants have some seriously succulent stories to tell.

We dive deep into the incredible life of the park's namesake, the saguaro cactus. These aren't your average plants – they're the heavyweight champions of the desert, weighing up to 4,800 pounds when fully hydrated (yes, that's as much as a car!). We explore how these slow-growing giants spend their first 75 years just thinking about growing their first arm. Talk about taking your time to raise your hand!



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On The Road With RoBy Rohitha Baskaran