What is the red pine? Pinus resinosa or red pine is native to the eastern United States. An interesting fact about them is they are fire-resistant. You say the Latin name like this: PIE NIS RES IN OH SUH. It gets its common name (red pine) from its reddish brown wood.

Something amazing about red pines is they can live up to 200-400 years.
To ID this tree, it is helpful to know that there are 2 pine needles per bundle and the pine needles can grow to 25 centimeters.

But how is it useful for animals? Well in the winter red pines provide shelter to many species of animals
These are some interesting facts about red pines and there are many more.

– Hadley D., Summit Atlas School, GR 7