Tree of Ténéré, Solitary acacia in Ténéré region, Niger
The acacia stood as the only tree within a 400-kilometer radius in the Ténéré region of the Sahara Desert, marking essential navigation points for travelers.
The tree endured for three centuries until 1973, when a Libyan truck driver collided with it, leading to its relocation to the Niger National Museum.
Local tribes maintained strict protection of the tree, establishing rules that prevented nomads and their camels from consuming its leaves or damaging it.
A well excavation in 1938 revealed the tree's extensive root system, reaching depths between 33 to 36 meters to access underground water sources.
The tree gained such geographical importance that it appeared on maps at a 1:4,000,000 scale, making it one of only two trees marked at this level.
Location: Tabelot
GPS coordinates: 17.75000,10.06667
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:53
These trees stand as natural monuments across the globe. Some are recognized for their age, like Old Tjikko in Sweden and Methuselah in California. Others, such as General Sherman and Hyperion, set records for size and height. The collection includes cultural landmarks like the Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi in Sri Lanka and ecological wonders like the Dragon Blood Trees of Socotra. From ancient baobabs to giant sequoias, each specimen represents botanical heritage.
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