The oldest tree species is the Great Basin bristlecone pine (Pinus longaeva). The oldest tree of the species is named Methuselah and is more than 4,800 years old. The longevity of the Great Basin ...

Entire regions of trees are disappearing because of invasive pests, disease and a changing climate. The key to their ability to adapt to varied growing conditions and, ultimately, their survival, may ...

The emerald ash borer's larvae attack trees from within. Beech leaf disease from nematodes attack beech trees; Various fungal ...

The oldest trees in the forest help to prevent the disappearance of endangered species in the natural environment, according to a study led by the University of Barcelona. This is the case of the wolf ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. FILE: The Torrey pine (Pinus torreyana) is a rare, critically endangered species of pine tree, growing only in a few coastal areas ...

Forests provide many ecosystem services, including microclimate regulation, biodiversity preservation, air and water purification, and soil protection. Together with the oceans, they are one of the ...

MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD)- If you drive through certain areas of Mount Pleasant, you’ll notice many trees have been cut down for development. Now, the town’s conservation committee is discussing ...