How the Giant Sequoia Protects Itself (IMAGE) University of Freiburg Caption Giant sequoia in Sequoia National Forest, USA. Credit Photo: Plant Biomechanics Group Freiburg Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.