Fact #41
July 20, 2026The Tallest Trees on Earth Are Taller Than the Statue of Liberty
The tallest trees on Earth are coast redwoods, found along the foggy coast of northern California and southern Oregon. The tallest known tree, Hyperion, stands at an incredible 115.92 meters, making it taller than the Statue of Liberty. Redwoods can grow to these extraordinary heights thanks to mild temperatures, abundant rainfall, and moisture from coastal fog. Some coast redwoods also live for more than 2,000 years, making them among the oldest and tallest living organisms on the planet.
Mini Facts
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Hyperion's exact location is kept secret to protect it from damage caused by visitors.
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Coast redwoods absorb water directly from coastal fog through their needles, helping them survive dry summers.
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The tallest trees are so high that their tops create unique ecosystems where mosses, ferns, insects, and even small animals can live.
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Some living coast redwoods began growing before the Roman Empire reached its peak.