Cholla Cactus TEK check

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What is the cholla cactus?

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A type of cactus that serves as an essential resource for desert animals and people.

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Why do animals build nests in the cholla cactus?

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To protect themselves from predators and harsh temperatures.

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How do the O’odham tribe use cholla cacti?

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They eat roasted cholla buds for their nutritional benefits.

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How does the desert bighorn sheep obtain water from the cholla cactus?

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By breaking open the cactus stems with its hooves and horns.

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What adaptation helps the cholla cactus survive in the desert?

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It stores water in its stems.

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What is one benefit of the cholla cactus for desert animals?

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It provides shelter and protection from predators.

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What part of the cholla cactus do people eat?

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Roasted cholla buds.

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How do cholla cacti help in the desert ecosystem?

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They provide food and shelter for various animals.

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What is a unique feature of the cholla cactus?

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It has spines that can detach and stick to animals for seed dispersal.

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What do cholla cactus flowers attract?

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Pollinators such as bees and butterflies.