The 13 Million Pound Organism

Discover the heaviest living thing on Earth, the Pando aspen grove in Utah. Learn how 47,000 genetically identical stems share one massive root system. Covering 106 acres, this ancient male quaking aspen clone weighs an estimated 13 million pounds and has survived for thousands of years. Researchers use techniques like coppicing and DNA sampling to protect and study the organism. Sources: • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pando_(...) • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Populus... • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clonal_... • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fishlak... Footage: Pexels / Pixabay (royalty-free). Narration: AI voice. #Pando #AspenGrove