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Sierra Nevada
Physical features of western North America.
The montane forest zone of the Sierra Nevada, which serves as the range's primary commercial timber area, is home to a variety of significant tree species. These include:
- Douglas fir1
- Red fir1
- Jeffrey pine1
- Giant sequoia (also known as the big tree)12
These forests are characterized by these prominent conifers, with the giant sequoia being particularly notable for its massive size and status as a protected species within various national parks and forests.23