Doerner Fir facts for kids
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The Doerner Fir in 2013
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| Species | Coast Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii var. menziesii) |
| Height | 327 ft (100 m) |
| Diameter | 11.5 ft (3.5 m) |
| Volume of trunk | 230 m3 (8,120 cu ft) |
The Doerner Fir is a very tall tree found in Oregon, USA. It is also known as the Brummitt Fir. This amazing tree is a type of Coast Douglas-fir. It is one of the tallest trees in the world that isn't a redwood.
The Doerner Fir stands at about 327 feet (99.7 m) tall. That's taller than a 30-story building! It's a true giant of the forest.
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What is the Doerner Fir?
The Doerner Fir is a specific tree that holds a record for its height. It belongs to a group of trees called Coast Douglas-firs. These trees are known for growing very tall and living for a long time.
Douglas-firs are evergreen trees. This means they keep their needles all year round, even in winter. They are an important part of forests in western North America.
How Tall is This Giant Tree?
The Doerner Fir is incredibly tall. In 2008, it was measured at about 327 feet (99.7 m) high. This makes it one of the tallest non-redwood trees on Earth.
It was measured before, in 1991, and was a bit taller at 329 feet (100.3 m). Over time, trees can lose a little height. This might happen if the very top of the tree breaks off due to wind or storms.
The Doerner Fir is about the same height as some other famous tall trees. These include Centurion, a type of eucalyptus tree in Tasmania, and a Yellow Meranti tree found in Borneo.
Where Does the Doerner Fir Grow?
This record-breaking tree lives in a forest in Coos County, Oregon. This forest is managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). The BLM is a government agency in the United States. It takes care of public lands, including forests, for everyone to enjoy.
The area where the Doerner Fir grows is a beautiful natural space. It is home to many other trees and wildlife.
How Did the Doerner Fir Get Its Name?
The Doerner Fir wasn't always called by this name. It was first known as the Brummitt Fir. This name came from the nearby Brummitt Creek drainage area.
Later, the tree was renamed to honor a person named Ray Doerner. Ray Doerner was a commissioner for Douglas County. A commissioner is a local government official who helps manage the county. He also worked for the Bureau of Land Management for a long time. Renaming the tree was a way to remember his dedication to the forests and public lands.
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The Doerner Fir in 2013
