Redwood Forest Facts
The Redwood Forest suffered great losses when early settlers cut down many trees for wood. During the 1800s, countless redwoods disappeared, but fortunately in the early 1900s scientists and conservationists realized that the forest was in danger of disappearing. As a result, in the 1920s, several state parks were created in an effort to prevent further damage to this ancient forest.
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Location
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The Redwood Forest is located almost entirely in California along the ocean coast. A small section of the Redwood Forest extends slightly into southern Oregon.
Types of trees
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Fir, oak, pine and redwoods all exist in the Redwood Forest. The famous Coast Redwood or Sequoia can grow to 350 feet and live two thousand years, though it more commonly lives 700 to 800 years.
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Habitats
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Both the shaded, lush forest floor and the canopy of treetops above provide environments for many species of plants and animals. Some species of animals live exclusively in the treetops.
Climate
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The climate of the Redwood Forest is moderate but damp, with an average of 70 inches of rain and frequent fog. Summers are mild, ranging from 80 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit, with fog. Winters rarely have frost.
Redwood National Park
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The Redwood Forest resides inside a National Park Service-protected area created in 1968 to provide protection against further deforestation. The park staff continually works to maintain, restore and protect the many species of plant and animal life in the park.
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Resources
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