Plants in American desert or desert-like areas have evolved to make the most of their challenging environment. In the spring, when they receive moisture, they spring into action.
Kolmanskop, a ghost town in southern Namibia, is popular among photographers for its imagery of the desert sands' reclaiming what was once a thriving setting.
In the hot, expansive Karakum desert is a hole that has been on fire for 40 years. Known as the "Gates of Hells" by locals, the crater can be seen glowing for miles around.
In the hot, expansive Karakum desert is a hole that has been on fire for 40 years. Known as the "Gates of Hells" by locals, the crater can be seen glowing for miles around.
BrightSource Energy is building a giant solar plant in the Mojave Desert, but before they do they are tasked with relocating the Desert Tortoise, a rare species, to animal preserves.
BrightSource Energy is building a giant solar plant in the Mojave Desert, but before they do they are tasked with relocating the Desert Tortoise, a rare species, to animal preserves.