| Prickly pear cactus (Opuntia spp.) with vibrant yellow flowers in the foreground. The cactus features flat, paddle-shaped segments with clusters of sharp spines. In the background, the Arizona desert landscape unfolds with rolling hills and distant mountain peaks. The sky is a soft blue, and scattered homes with red-tiled roofs are visible amidst the green vegetation, adding a touch of human presence to the natural scene. The mountainous backdrop creates a sense of depth and rugged beauty characteristic of the region. 
 
 |