If you've waited all year for your Christmas cactus to develop cascading blooms only to be disappointed by a dismal display, ...

The curve-billed thrasher—the common thrasher of the rich, cactus-laden Sonoran Desert—can be very conspicuous, sitting up on saguaro or cholla cactuses, making its presence known by its loud ...

the common cactus finch (<i>Geospiza scandens</i>) that has a large, pointed beak and feeds on medium-sized seeds and cactus pollen; and the large ground finch (<i>Geospiza magnirostris</i>) that ...

Then, you'll want to ensure you're not overwatering, as this is the most common mistake when rooting Christmas cactus cuttings. While it might seem like more water would help the cuttings ...