It Is Still A Battlefield Wayside

This wayside provides a brief overview of the wildlife found at the park.

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Quick Facts

Location:

Brownsville, TX

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The sounds of warfare no longer ring out at Palo Alto, but the site remains a battleground where inhabitants struggle for survival. Fortunately, nature has equipped most plants and animals with the proper uniforms for the harsh environment.

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Defensive tactics
Thick stems and small leaves help plants reduce water loss in the blazing sunshine. Cacti, trees, and even grasses bristle with points to protect them from hungry animals.

Survival of the fittest
Animals are well equipped to fight for their survival. Many have horns, claws, fangs, or stingers to attack and immobilize foes. Others have strong armor to assist in their defense.

Image Descriptions 

Background
Stand of chaparral.

Bottom Leftmost
Desert Christmas cactus with red fruits.

Bottom Left
Prickly pear cactus with red flower.

Center left
Stand of yucca with white blooms.

Center right
Texas tortoise crawling across red soil.

Center 
Coiled Western diamondback rattlesnake.

Bottom right
Armadillo walking on dirt.

Bottom rightmost
Texas horned lizard perched on a tree.