From the archive: This story originally published in The Desert Sun in 2015. One warm early summer evening I heard a huge racket outside in the driveway. From a second story deck I looked down and ...

The Arabian sand boa (Eryx jayakari) is a remarkable desert-dwelling snake renowned for its distinctive appearance and ingenious hunting techniques. Native to the arid, sandy landscapes of the Arabian ...

Planning for a family outing or a fun date? The Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix is a beautiful and popular attraction known for its stunning collection of desert plants from around the world. It ...

RIVERSIDE, Calif. -- When threatened by a hungry snake in the wild, desert kangaroo rats have powerful and spectacular moves like ninja-style kicks and jumps in their arsenal to protect themselves. A ...