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bristlecone pine

At almost 5,000 years old, the bristlecone pine is the oldest tree in the world.

The oldest tree species is the bristlecone pine (Pinus longaeva). The oldest tree of this species is called Methuselah and is over 4,800 years old. The longevity of the Great Basin bristlecone pine can be attributed to factors such as…

Meet “Methuselah”, a hidden gem in the truest sense of the word.

Trees tell us stories. Scientists count their annual rings to determine their age. The sum of these years can be a sign of how resilient nature is to change. Trees that have survived extreme weather, pests, disease and human intervention,…