18th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
After the fire.
A few years after a massive forest fire, this stand of old growth California redwoods sprout and regrow. Highly developed tannins in their bark repel the flames together with rapid regrowth and sprouting, give them an edge for survival.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 11.2020 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2020 |
| Photo Location: | Carmel Valley, California, United States of America |
| Camera: | Canon EOS Rebel T6 |
| Copyright: | © Vicki Sarris |