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A prickly pear cactus (nopal) with the parasite insect Dactylopius coccus which is used to make cochineal dye.
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Jengod, . "Prickly Pear Cactus with Cochineal Insects." World History Encyclopedia. World History Encyclopedia, 22 Aug 2022. Web. 18 Apr 2024.
