Tree linked to Robin Hood dies in UK forest

An oak tree linked to medieval English hero Robin Hood has died after about 1,200 years. The tree is located in Sherwood Forest, in central England, and the likely causes of death were dry summers and constant visits from tourists.

The oak was one of the largest trees in the United Kingdom, with a trunk of almost 11 meters and a canopy of 28 meters.

Conservation body RSPB (Royal Society for the Protection of Birds) also believes the tree died after its leaves stopped growing during the country's spring.

Other conservation officials said that even though the tree has died, it will still remain in place for visitors to see.

In the classic story, Robin Hood, who stole from danger to give to the poor, used to hide under the oak tree to avoid capture by the sheriff of Nottingham.

According to CNN International, seedlings of the tree were cultivated and planted around the world.

Source: CNN