The 3 Reasons This Tree Has Lived 5000 Years

The video explores the longevity of Methuselah, a bristlecone pine, and other extremophiles. Methuselah thrives in the harsh White Mountains due to adaptations like slow growth and dense wood, which protect it from threats. Its unique internal structure allows it to survive damage. Other extremophiles, such as tube worms, Greenland sharks, and Welwitchia plants, also owe their long lives to their extreme habitats, which reduce competition and slow aging processes. The secret to longevity often lies in adapting to extreme environments.

What adaptations help bristlecone pines like Methuselah survive in harsh conditions?

How does the slow growth of bristlecone pines contribute to their longevity?

What unique internal structure do bristlecone pines have that helps them withstand damage?

What is the significance of the super high pH soil for bristlecone pines?

In what way do the habitats of tube worms and Greenland sharks contribute to their long lifespans?