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Sequoia National Park, United States

Sequoia National Park

National Park
North AmericaDesignated in 18901,635 km²
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Home of General Sherman, the tree of greatest volume in the world, and of some of the oldest giant sequoia forests in existence.

Area

1,635 km²

Designated in

1890

Region

North America

Highlight

Giant sequoia forests (Sequoiadendron giganteum)

Location

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1 dive site within 300 km is also shown.

Sequoia National Park: 30 documented species

Mammals11Birds15Reptiles2Insecta

Flora and ecosystems

Ecosystems found in the United States, where Sequoia National Park lies.

DesertTemperate forestTundra / polarWetland

Experiences in this park

Diving and snorkellingBirdwatching

Nearby dive sites

Where can I dive near here?

297 km away

Wildlife you can see now

What is worth looking out for this month in the United States?

Now is a good time: Urban bat colony under Congress Avenue Bridge (March to November (peak in summer))

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Climate

Tropical, Arid / desert, Temperate, Mediterranean, Polar / cold

Best season

It depends on the region

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Best season
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Area
1,635 km²
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Threatened:

Endemic species of the United States:

United States · North America
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Humpback Whale · Killer Whale

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Black Bear · Sierra Nevada Bighorn Sheep

It depends on the region

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DivingChannel Islands National Park297 km away
CountryUnited States

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