The Saguaro Cactus is not just a plant, it also acts as a safe haven for various animals. One such animal is the Gila Woodpecker, Which digs out cavities in the cactus to use as nesting sites. Other birds like elf oWls, screech oWls, purple martins, finches, and sparroWs also utilize abandoned cavities Within the cactus. Furthermore, Harris’s HaWk can be found building nests in the arms of the Saguaro Cactus. Bobcats, also knoWn as Lynx rufus, have padded paWs that enable them to climb the cactus Without being harmed by the prickly spines that can groW up to three inches in length. Additionally, the height of the cactus provides a secure vantage point for bobcats to survey the surrounding terrain.