Arizona’s saguaro cactus has evolved to thrive in the extreme climate of the Sonoran Desert, but after decades of rising heat, even these towering icons are showing signs of stress.
“It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to see it looks like they’re melting,” said Jon Gurule who makes his living off the desert as a guide for Scottsdale Adventure Tours.
“Everybody wants to get their picture taken with the saguaro cactus. They are, without a doubt, the main attraction,” Gurule said…