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California’s Tallest and Most Iconic Trees Are Getting Heatstroke

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: WIRED
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What happened

Redwoods adapted to a cool, foggy climate.

Now a new study shows they slow down photosynthesis when their environment warms.

Key facts

  • Reported by WIRED and published Sun, 11 Oct 2026 09:00:00 UTC.

Why it matters

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Sources

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