A dense cluster of prickly pear cacti (Opuntia species) dominates the foreground and midground in Dura, Palestinian Territory

A dense cluster of prickly pear cacti (Opuntia species) dominates the foreground and midground in Dura, Palestinian Territory. The cacti feature numerous paddle-shaped, green to light-green pads, many of which bear ripe and developing fruits, primarily yellowish-orange. The ground beneath the cacti is dry, consisting of bare earth and scattered dead plant matter. In the background, indistinct green foliage of trees or large shrubs is visible under a clear, bright sky. No human subjects or discernible activity are present in the scene.