Deadvlei (IMAGE)

Johannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz

Deadvlei

Caption

The Deadvlei in the Namib Desert in Namibia back in 2014: Despite their very deep roots, a thick layer of lime deposits on the surface prevented the trees from reaching water. They died centuries ago.

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photo/©: Robert Reinecke

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