Tag: Sonoran desert

Native peoples of the Sonoran Desert have harvested the ruby-colored saguaro fruit for centuries as an important food source. So, what does saguaro taste like, and why is this seasonal desert delicacy so prized?

The saguaro cactus, an icon of the Sonoran Desert, can live for more than 150 years. So, are saguaro cacti edible? The answer is yes, but only the fruit, which is a prized desert delicacy with a rich cultural history.

The Sonoran Desert is recognized as the most biologically diverse desert in North America, thriving with over 2,000 species of plants, 60 mammals, and 350 birds, which helps answer what is the healthiest desert in the world. This incredible variety challenges the typical arid image and points toward ecological vibrancy as the true measure of a desert's health. The answer is not as simple as a low-calorie treat but is rooted in ecological complexity.