Latest about deserts
Bright Blue Mining Ponds Stand Out in Space Photo
Bright shocks of blue in the Utah desert are mining evaporation ponds, dyed the brilliant color to promote the absorption of sunlight. The mines produce potash, an ingredient in fertilizer.
Blooming Desert Photos: Brittlebush Plants Thrive in the Dry Southwest
Brittlebush is a common desert plant in the American Southwest. These medium-sized shrubs add a splash of yellow color to the dry, arid landscapes.
Sun Drenched | Wallpaper
This stunning wallpaper shows Joshua Tree National Park in California. Viewed from the road, this desert park only hints at its vitality.
Super-Sized Sandbox Reveals How Dunes Grow
For the first time, scientists have watched Earth's winds give birth to dunes. Results from the giant Mongolian sandbox confirm long-held models of sand dune formation.
Lone Saguaro | Wallpaper
This beautiful wallpaper shows Saguaro National Park in Arizona. Enormous cacti, silhouetted by the setting sun, for most of us the giant saguaro is the universal symbol of the American West.
