A close-up of a Prickly Pear cactus in soft light showing the long , sharp, and dangerous thorns.

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Size: 3000px × 2000px
Location: Co Rd 48, Model, CO 81059, USA
Photo credit: © Western Images / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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