Home > Animals > Birds > Piciformes > Woodpeckers > Gila Woodpecker
Saguaro Cactus - with Gila woodpecker (Melanerpes uropygialis) in flight landing - Sonoran Desert - Arizona - USA
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Ardea
Saguaro Cactus - with Gila woodpecker (Melanerpes uropygialis) in flight landing - Sonoran Desert - Arizona - USA
CAN-4256
Saguaro Cactus - with Gila woodpecker (Melanerpes uropygialis) in flight landing
Sonoran Desert - Arizona - USA
Carnegiea gigantea
John Cancalosi
Ardea are an independent specialist photographic library supplying high quality images of wildlife, pets and the environment
Media ID 8131525
© Ardea - All Rights Reserved
Cacti Cactus Deserts Melanerpes Uropygialis Saguaro Saguaros Woodpecker Woodpeckers
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Birds
> Piciformes
> Woodpeckers
> Arizona Woodpecker
> Animals
> Birds
> Piciformes
> Woodpeckers
> Gila Woodpecker
Nature's Air Traffic Control - The Saguaro Cactus Edition!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot by John Cancalosi, the Sonoran Desert becomes a bustling airport for our feathered friends. As if straight out of an avian traffic control tower, behold the majestic Gila woodpecker gracefully landing on a towering saguaro cactus. With its vibrant plumage and striking red cap, this melanerpes uropygialis steals the show as it navigates through the prickly landscape. It seems to have mastered the art of aerial acrobatics, effortlessly gliding down towards its desert perch. Meanwhile, standing tall like a sentinel of the arid land, the saguaro cactus proudly displays its iconic silhouette against Arizona's azure sky. Its arms reach out in welcome to all who dare to explore this wild terrain. This extraordinary moment captured by Cancalosi reminds us that even in harsh environments like deserts, life finds a way to thrive and coexist harmoniously. It serves as a testament to nature's resilience and beauty. So next time you find yourself wandering through Arizona's Sonoran Desert or simply daydreaming about far-off lands, let this print transport you into an enchanting world where woodpeckers dance with cacti and wildlife reigns supreme!
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.