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Can you take a dead saguaro cactus from the national forest?
Saguaro do not occur in a national forest. They can be found in the Saguaro National Park and surrounding areas. No, it is not legal to remove either a living or a dead saguaro from the park. It is also illegal to remove them from anywhere in Arizona.
What is the law on a saguaro cactus that is down and dead?
It is illegal to remove either living or dead saguaros from public lands.
Where can you buy saguaro cactus pieces?
In the United States the saguaro grows naturally in Arizona. However, it is illegal to remove a saguaro from the desert without permission and only for a legitimate reason (eg: The cactus is falling into a roadway or home or needs to be removed for construction.) It is also illegal to remove even the dead wood from a saguaro cactus from the desert, The only alternative would be to purchase a saguaro from a nursery, let it die and decay for a few years and then remove the dead wood pieces. Considering the high cost of a live saguaro from a licensed nursery, this does not seem to be a viable option.
Is it illegal to take a dead cholla cactus in Arizona?
It is illegal to remove any plant, living or dead, from the deserts of Arizona. This would include any part of a saguaro cactus.
Is it legal to pick up dead cholla cactus in AZ?
No, it is illegal to remove any cactus, living or dead, from deserts in Arizona.
How do you use dead saguaro cactus?
Dead saguaro cactus can be used for various purposes, such as crafting materials, landscaping, and firewood. The ribs of the saguaro can be fashioned into furniture, decorative items, or used in building structures. Additionally, they can be repurposed in gardens or xeriscapes to create unique visual elements. However, it’s important to ensure that any use complies with local regulations, as saguaros are protected species in many areas.
How do you get a permit to remove a dead suguaro cactus?
To remove a dead saguaro cactus, you typically need to obtain a permit from the Arizona Game and Fish Department, as these cacti are protected under state law. You can apply for a permit online or in person at their offices. The application may require details about the cactus's location and condition, and there may be specific guidelines you need to follow during the removal process. Always check local regulations, as requirements can vary by area.
Is it illegal to cut down a saguaro in your backyard?
It is illegal to remove a saguaro on public lands, unless your a utility company or such with other rights. however on private property you need a permit from the state agriculture department.
Is it legal to own saguaro cactus?
A permit can't be issued, because it's illegal to collect, damage, or remove cactus plants from the Sonoran Desert National Monument in Arizona. It's illegal regardless of whether the plant is alive or dead. In fact, the law protects all of the cultural and natural resources within the Desert. That includes even rocks and dead things.
Can you sell dead saguaro from my property?
No, that is no my line of business.
Can you take home dead cactus bone from Arizona?
No, you can't take home dead cactus bone from Arizona. Arizona's forests, monuments, and parks are under federal protection. The specific regulator is the Lacey Act of May 25, 1900. The Act has been amended four times. But no matter the amendment, the thrust is increasingly clear and enforced more strongly. It's a felony to acquire, export, import, purchase, receive, sell, or transport protected wildlife, of which the giant saguaro cactus [Carnegiea gigantea or Cereus giganteus]
What does it mean if the cactus decomposes?
It's dead
