Scientists documenting the ages of bald cypress along the Black River in southeastern North Carolina have discovered an ancient tree whose annual growth rings show it to be at least 2,624 years old.

A bald cypress tree along the Black River in southeastern North Carolina is more than 1,000 years older than Shakespeare’s first play—older than the English language even. Scientists documenting the ...

National Love a Tree Day on May 16 is a day to appreciate all the world's trees, but a bald cypress recently identified in North Carolina is especially deserving of recognition. As Live Science ...

Explore Louisiana’s wetlands on a swamp boat tour that delivers a memorable family adventure through calm waters and rich ...

Southern Sussex County's Great Cypress Swamp used to encompass over 50,000 acres, but was nearly destroyed by centuries of fires, logging, ditching and draining. Today, nonprofit Delaware Wild Lands ...

This hidden South Carolina forest feels like a real-life fairy tale, with ancient cypress trees, boardwalk trails, and ...