Wolfe Ranch Invader
Accidentally introduced to South Dakota in 1873 by Russian immigrants, tumbleweed (or Russian Thistle) rapidly spread across the U.S. Beautiful when blooming, this invasive species thrives in drought and has become a serious problem.
[30 captures blended in Helicon Focus for focus-stacking]
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