Slender white trunks reaching skyward and leaves fluttering even in the gentlest breeze—aspen trees are a symbol of the American wilderness. Found across the western states, especially in Utah and Colorado, these trees are the most widespread native species in North America. Their fall foliage is breathtaking, with their leaves turning a vibrant yellow that lights up the landscape, as seen in today"s photo, which was taken in the White River National Forest, Colorado.
Aspens in the White River National Forest, Colorado
Today in History
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Feeling chic on Fashion Week
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Guanahacabibes National Park, Cuba
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Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada
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Christmas market, St. Stephens Basilica, Budapest, Hungary
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Holidays in the Venetian Lagoon
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The last thing seen by Wile E. Coyote
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International Geodiversity Day
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Once upon a midafternoon dreary…
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Green sea turtle on World Oceans Day
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Seattle Central Library, Seattle, Washington
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Gulf Islands National Seashore, Florida
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Keep calm and drive on (slowly)
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Rideau Canal Skateway in Ottawa, Canada
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Vila Franca Islet, São Miguel Island, Azores, Portugal
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National Cherry Blossom Festival, Washington, DC
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Looking back on 150 years of rail travel
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National Bird Day
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Giving Tuesday
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Independence Day of the Argentine Republic
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Río Arazas in Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park, Spain
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World Elephant Day
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Last day of National Park Week
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A Flag Day tradition
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Astrotourism at its finest
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An ancient sailing tradition takes to the water
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Happy birthday to the Peak!
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Florentine garden brings generations together