Life
The plants found in these deserts are highly specialized plants which have reduced leaves and thick cuticles to prevent water loss. Common plant species of these deserts are: cacti, turpentine bush, brittle bush, prickly pears, yuccas and ocotillo.
The animals found here are mostly nocturnal and get out at night when the desert is cooler.
There is a majority of reptiles, arachnids and insects while animals such as kangaroo rats are also found in majority. These animals tend to remain buried under the ground during the hot days.