Guardians of Time: The Extraordinary Legacy of the Great Basin Bristlecone Pine
Trees, known for their impressive lifespans, often surpass humans and many other living beings in longevity. Ranging from less than a century to several thousand years, the lifespan of trees is highly diverse across species. However, one species stands out as the true champion of longevity—the Great Basin Bristlecone Pine (Pinus longaeva), crowned as the…