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California is home to the tallest living object in the world. It’s a redwood tree named Hyperion that is 379.7 feet high.

Oct 31, 2022•1 min read

Fun Fact: California is home to the tallest living object in the world. It’s a redwood tree named Hyperion that is 379.7 feet high.

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