I scale these vast trees to gather data on the effects of climate change
Briefly

Climbing very tall trees is hard, especially as you feel the rope stretch and expend energy reaching the top; however, the view and atmosphere are rewarding.
The Great White Taiwania tree I climbed is estimated to be between 800 and 1,000 years old, having survived two significant environmental disasters over centuries.
My research on vascular epiphytes fits into a broader study assessing how giant trees react to climate change, as we collect data from high up in the canopy.
Every tree climbing experience is an adventure; during my fourth climb of Great White, I encountered a rare flowering species that may represent a new variety.
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