Thursday, May 14, 2009

Subalpine Fir

image: Subalpine Fir

September 15, 1805

Another common tree we are seeing in these dense forests is the Subalpine Fir.  It is the most common member of the Fir family.  It is a very monstrous tree from my measurement it ranged from 50-100 feet, towering over everything else.  Rows of horizontal branches starting nearly from the base.  Dense clusters of pointy needles point up at the top of the tree making almost and arrow.  The bark of the tree is browsed by deer, elk, bighorn sheep, and moose.  

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