Species Information
Coast Redwood
| Status |
Endangered Species  Endangered Species : species that have a very small population and are at risk of extinction in the wild. |
| Listed |
December 19, 1967 |
| Family |
Cupressaceae |
| Description | The trunks are 10 to 20 feet wide and dark reddish in color with needle like leaves |
| Habitat | Pacific Coast |
| Reproduction | Pollinated seeds from cones develop into saplings |
| Threats |
Logging and habitat loss |
| Range | Northern California to Southern Oregon |
| Status |
Endangered Species : species that have a very small population and are at risk of extinction in the wild. |
| Listed |
December 19, 1967 |
| Family |
Cupressaceae |
| Description | The trunks are 10 to 20 feet wide and dark reddish in color with needle like leaves |
| Habitat | Pacific Coast |
| Reproduction | Pollinated seeds from cones develop into saplings |
| Threats |
Logging and habitat loss |
| Range | Northern California to Southern Oregon |
The Coast Redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) is a coniferous evergreen tree that is native to the coastal mountains of California and Oregon. It is renowned for being the tallest tree in the world, with some specimens growing to an extraordinary height of over 380 feet. Its wood is highly valued for its strength and durability. It is a key resource for the forestry industry, although it is currently listed as an endangered species under the Endangered Species Act and conservation efforts are in place to ensure its protection and preservation for future generations.
Coast Redwoods are adapted to the mild, wet climate of the Pacific Coast and can survive for hundreds or even thousands of years. Their dark bark is thick and fibrous, while its leaves are needle-like, and its cones are small and brown. Coast Redwoods are an immensely important species providing habitat for many species of animals, including the northern spotted owl, pileated woodpecker, marbled murrelet, wood duck, and numerous species of bats and reptiles.