In Japan, centuries-old trees with significant historical or cultural value are relocated rather than cut down during development. The painstaking "nemawashi" process involves months of root preparation before the tree is moved using modern engineering.
The Major Oak, a 1,000-year-old ancient tree in Sherwood Forest, England, has died after failing to produce leaves this year. Stressed by hot, dry summers and historical interventions, the tree's decline was likely hastened by climate change and human admiration. It will remain standing as a habitat for wildlife.
In Sichuan's Cuiyun Corridor, ancient cypress trees, some over 2,000 years old, are meticulously protected, mirroring the care given to giant pandas. A unique handover system ensures continuous conservation efforts.
