Sonoran Desert Exploration Worksheet

Name:________________________________

1. What is a Butte?

2. What is Breccia?

3. What wildlife creature loves to nest in the Saguaro Cactus?

4. Identify two characteristics of Arizona scorpions?

5.Name two endangered species that can be found in the Sonoran Desert?

6. What is the average temperature in the Arizona deserts during the summer months?

7. How much water should you drink per day while hiking the desert?

8. How long does it take for Saguaro Cacutus to reach their full height?

9. What is the Gila Monster's habitat and what kind of food do they need to survive?

10. If you were going to hike the desert for a week, list the items that you would bring with you.