Pando, a colossal clonal colony of quaking aspen trees in Utah, holds the title of the largest known organism on Earth by mass. However, it faces significant threats from overgrazing, climate change, and human activities. Although it looks like a forest of separate trees, Pando is actually a single organism with an extensive, ancient root system. To safeguard this crucial species and its ecosystem, conservation efforts are in progress, but a comprehensive strategy that goes beyond simple fencing is essential for its survival.
