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Identifying oak trees can be difficult given that there are over 600 varieties and many look very similar, even in the same geographic area. Leaf shape can be useful in identifying whether you are looking at a red or white oak and can also be used with the tree's location to identify the species.

Planet Earth never ceases to amaze us. From its natural treasures to its man-made wonders to its rich history, the world is truly unbelievable. It’s the birthplace of many wonderful and beautiful things and home to countless mysteries just waiting to be uncovered. But unfortunately, our fast-paced lifestyles tend to push the lightspeed button that keeps us going, going, and going until we completely forget our surroundings. So let’s slow down and refresh our memory a bit, shall we?

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The Largest Tree in the World General Sherman is from California estimated age of 2,300 – 2,700 years

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A deadly plant pest which has ravaged oak trees in the US , could be making its way to the UK's shores. Xylella was discovered in Apulia, Italy last year and has since spread to Corsica and France.

Visiting these real-world places is like jumping into the pages of fairy tales, where castles sit on clouds and forests are carpeted with flowers.

Kodachrome 64 - 135mm lens June, 1981 This twisted tree looks big, but is only 1 meter tall.

Sentinel Tree, a moderately old but with exceptional visibility tree in the Sequoia National Park.