Cedros Island oak facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Cedros Island oak |
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Quercus
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cedrosensis
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The Cedros Island oak, known scientifically as Quercus cedrosensis, is a special kind of plant. It belongs to the Fagaceae family, which also includes other oak trees. This tree is unique because it grows in specific places.
Where the Cedros Island Oak Lives
This oak tree is native to a few places in North America. It mostly grows in the state of Baja California in northwestern Mexico. You can find it on Cedros Island, which is where it gets its name. It has also been found growing in San Diego County, California, in the United States.
Why This Oak Tree Needs Help
The Cedros Island oak is considered a "vulnerable" species. This means it is at risk of disappearing if we don't protect it. Its biggest problems are:
- Habitat loss: This happens when the places where the oak trees grow are destroyed or changed.
- Overgrazing: Too many animals, especially goats, eat the young oak trees and their leaves. This makes it hard for new trees to grow.
- Overlogging: This means too many trees are being cut down. When too many trees are removed, the forest can't grow back fast enough.
Protecting the Cedros Island oak is important to keep our planet's plant life healthy and diverse.
