Palo Verde

Palo Verde (parkinsonia spp.)

Green-barked tree with small yellow flowers. One of the signature trees of the Sonoran desert. 

Ecology: Nurse tree for saguaros; major spring nectar source for bees.

Fast Facts

  • Famous nurse-plant: its shade and leaf litter create microclimates that facilitate seedling establishment (notably saguaros and other cacti).
  • Mass spring flowers provide abundant nectar/pollen for bees and tons of food for seed-eating insects and rodents.
  • Sparse canopy and green stems perform photosynthesis year-round, providing shade and structural habitat across the landscape.
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*****Liberty Wildlife Cannot Take Ducks, Geese or Lovebirds at this time *****

Liberty Wildlife is following proper protocols and taking precautions to prevent the spread of the avian flu in our facility and the community. Currently, we have been advised to not take any waterfowl (ducks or geese) to help minimize exposure to other animals. All waterfowl that are sick/injured should be transported to our partner Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG).

Veterinary Emergency Group
7210 W Ray Rd                              2196 E Camelback
Chandler, AZ 85226                     Phoenix, AZ 85016
(I-10 & Ray Rd)                             (Biltmore Area)

You can also call East Valley Wildlife to ask their current availability for ducks/geese: 480-814-9339

Crystal’s Critter Haven is another resource: Text  480-220-6930 with a picture of the animal and cross-streets

We also have been advised to not take in lovebirds anymore. Please try any of the groups above. Thank you for understanding.

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