Here's why:
* Location: The Sonoran Desert is located in the southwestern United States (Arizona and California) and northwestern Mexico (Sonora).
* Other Deserts in the Area: There are other deserts in the same general area, including:
* Mojave Desert: Located north of the Sonoran Desert, primarily in California, Nevada, and Arizona.
* Chihuahuan Desert: Located east of the Sonoran Desert, primarily in Mexico and Texas.
* Great Basin Desert: Located northeast of the Sonoran Desert, primarily in Nevada, Utah, and Oregon.
So, while the Sonoran Desert is a prominent and unique desert, it's not the only one in its location. The southwest of North America is home to several different deserts, each with its own unique characteristics.