This is because Sand Mountain consists of something called "singing sand," or sand that produces an audible sound in certain conditions. This phenomenon doesn't happen with just any sand pile.

Not only is the majestic Mojave Desert regarded as being America's hottest desert, but it is also home to "singing" sand dunes, which are a fascinating find for those who visit the area.

Sand Mountain blue butterflies live in only one place on Earth — within and near the dunes of “Singing” Sand Mountain in Nevada. But over the past three decades, extensive off-road vehicle use on ...