Boyce Thompson Arboretum
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I recently toured the Boyce Thompson Arboretum near Superior, Arizona on an overcast day.
The High Trail climbs above Queen Creek.
Queen Creek has eroded deeply into volcanic rhyolitic tuff. Quartz rich magma erupted explosively, distributing glowing hot rock particles that formed thick deposits over a wide area.
A suspension bridge provides access to the other side of the creek.
Looking upstream from the suspension bridge.
A Coati Mundi has been foraging in the area for several weeks. It was unconcerned by the crowd of spectators gathered below the tree.
The volcanic tuff has eroded into craggy spires along Magma Ridge.
Ayers Lake attracts numerous water fowl in the spring.
On this cold January day, a lone Coot patrolled the lake.
Boojum Trees look like carrots that were planted upside down.
Golden Barrel Cacti and an Agave under a Prickly Pear Tree.
You can buy framed prints and greeting cards of this photograph.
Saguaro and prickly Pear Cacti.
You can buy framed prints and greeting cards of this photograph.
The Century Plant on the right bloomed last year and has died. The one on the left is sending up a fresh spike and will bloom soon. Century Plants live several years, bloom once and then die.
A red Cardinal and his less colorful mate flitted among the brush.
The volcanic tuff forms rugged cliffs.
The Boyce Thompson Arboretum is located near Superior, Arizona.
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