North Rim Wonders: Stunning Photos of the Mighty Grand Canyon By Linda & Dr. Dick Buscher It has been said that the North Rim of the Grand Canyon is the "best side" to experience the grandeur and wilderness found in this most southern part of the massive Colorado Plateau.
Vermilion Cliffs: Awe-Inspiring Photos of Canyons of the American West By Linda & Dr. Dick Buscher The Vermilion Cliffs of southern Utah and northern Arizona are one of the more isolated and undisturbed regions of the Colorado Plateau. Check out these photos of the rugged and beautiful cliffs.
El Morro: Stunning Photos of New Mexico's Sandstone Bluff By Linda & Dr. Dick Buscher In the northwestern part of New Mexico, a natural outcropping of sandstone known as El Morro has produced a spectacular landmark in this cold, high desert region.
Sacred Datura: Photos of a Beautiful (But Poisonous) Plant By Linda & Dr. Dick Buscher Sacred Datura (Datura wrightii) is a night-blooming herbaceous perennial that is common in the arid regions of the United States, Baja and northern Mexico.
Devils Tower: See Photos of Wyoming's Unique Rock Formation By Linda & Dr. Dick Buscher In the Fourche River Valley in northeastern Wyoming, an unmistakeable and unique geological wonder arises from the desolate, high plains landscape.
In Photos: The Spectacular Migration of Monarch Butterflies By Linda & Dr. Dick Buscher Many species of birds and even mammals, such as the great whales, travel thousands of miles to over-winter in warmer climates. Check out these photos of one of the most spectacular migrations.
Common Mullein: Stunning Photos of the 'Flannel Leaf' Plant By Linda & Dr. Dick Buscher Common mullein, Verbascum thapsus, is a perennial herb that was first introduced into the United States in the mid-1700s. Check out these photos of a fascinating plant.
Flowering Beauty: Photos of Desert Ironwood Trees By Linda & Dr. Dick Buscher The desert ironwood tree, Olneya tesota, can be found growing only in the Sonoran Desert of Mexico, California and Arizona. Check out these spectacular photos of ironwoods.
In Photos: Beautiful Cactus Flowers Signal Spring Is Here By Linda & Dr. Dick Buscher When the cacti found in the deserts of North American begin to bloom in late March and April, spring has once again returned to these arid lands.
Desert Blooms: Spectacular Photos of Organ Pipe Cactuses By Linda & Dr. Dick Buscher The organ pipe cactus is one of the more spectacular species of cactus found in the Sonoran Desert. Check out these fascinating photos of the organ pipe cactus.
Nature's Arches: Photos of Stunning Sandstone in the American Southwest By Linda & Dr. Dick Buscher Check out these stunning photos of natural sandstone arches in the American Southwest. These incredible geological formations are a reminder of the power and beauty of nature.
In Photos: Urban Bobcats Stroll through the American Southwest By Linda & Dr. Dick Buscher In the American Southwest, where man has continued to build his homes farther from the center of established cities, the urban bobcat has become a common subdivision neighbor.
Of a Feather: Photos Reveal Stunning Birds of the Southwest By Linda & Dr. Dick Buscher The birds of the American Southwest are as numerous and diverse as the multiple environments and landscapes upon which they carry on their daily life cycles.
Photo Journal: The Gorgeous San Andreas Fault By Linda & Dr. Dick Buscher The twisting and turning San Andreas Fault is reveals Nature's power and beauty, as it's the result of colliding tectonic plates. The geological forces have created some mystical sights to behold.
In Photos: Explore the 'Dr. Seuss' World of Bryce Canyon By Linda & Dr. Dick Buscher This photo gallery explores Utah's Bryce Canyon, home to some of the most distinctive geological shapes found anywhere in North America.
Blooming Desert Photos: Brittlebush Plants Thrive in the Dry Southwest By Linda & Dr. Dick Buscher Brittlebush is a common desert plant in the American Southwest. These medium-sized shrubs add a splash of yellow color to the dry, arid landscapes.