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Botanic gardens are struggling to keep up with the biodiversity crisis. Here's what they can do
It's one of our rarest trees, and a distinctive looking pine, with broad needles and bark that reminds you of ... hundreds of thousands of years, it is close to extinction. This tree species ...
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Survivor of the slopes: Oldest whitebark pine tolerates Idaho’s harsh climate, crucial for ecosystems
The Western Pine may be Idaho’s state tree – but another type of pine tree is notable for its age and resilience in Idaho’s ...
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Whitebark Pine Protected as Threatened Under Endangered Species Act
The pine is the most widespread tree to receive such protection. It occurs in high-elevation areas of Washington, Oregon, California, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming and Nevada. The tree is primarily ...