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 Fort Richardson State Park - Pictures of Cactus

The white substance that forms on some species of cactus is the result of a little bug known as cochineal. When the white substance is smashed a red dye appears which is due to the tiny bugs buried within the white substance.

Fort Richardson State Park - Cactus

Indians made use of the dye in various ways - from crafts to celebrations.

Fort Richardson State Park - Cactus Fruit

 

Fort Richardson State Park - Cactus

Fort Richardson State Park - The Cactus Garden

Fort Richardson State Park - Hospital
Fort Richardson State Park - Morgue, Officer's Quarters, Barracks
Fort Richardson State Park - Nature Scenery
Fort Richardson State Park - Cactus | Cactus Photos 2  |  Cactus Photos 3
Fort Richardson State Park - Hiking Trails
 
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