Curious about animals that eat cactus plants? Read on to learn about seven animals that expertly chow down on cacti and how they avoid harm.

The Darwinian Gardener was out in his front yard listening to a city arborist talk about mortality. The mortality of laurel oaks. They live longer than dogs, but not by as much as you’d think. But ...

If you’ve stayed closer to home, you’ve likely seen prickly pear cactus in many Western movies or photos of the desert. These cactus have flat pads anywhere from 4 to 18 inches long and large ...

allowing the plant to go for long periods relying only on water reserves. 'As is common with cacti, prickly pears can grow very slowly,' Katie adds, 'especially if started by seed. It can take ...

Javelina have a habit of eating pumpkins around Halloween, but one particular peccary couldn't wait that long.

These fruits can make a sweet addition when it comes to getting enough calcium, especially if you're eating a plant-based ...

Homegrown tomato lovers, beware. A sneaky pest may be lurking in your garden, which could be why your fruit turns tough, ...