Eucalyptus

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A large and majestic tree has divided the town of Bolinas in northern California. The eucalyptus was once called “the wonder tree” for it’s ability to grow in the coastal scrub. But some say the non-native destroys sensitive habitat and should be cut down. Louise Rafkin has the story.

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