Forest Ambassadors, initiated by Gloria Florez in 2019, has blossomed into an ongoing collaborative environmental and artistic initiative, fostering a global dialogue on preserving endemic habitats. The LEONARDO@DJERASSI Residency catalysed the project’s growth, sparking a dynamic collaboration with multimedia artist Dr. Teresa Connors. Florez and Connors unravelled the journey and consequential impact of the Australian Blue Gum Eucalyptus Globulus on California. Initially perceived as a symbol of prosperity for a thriving timber industry, California now confronts harsh realities—soaring temperatures, droughts, and debates on eradicating eucalyptus trees for fire mitigation. Paradoxically, a segment of the Californian population sees these trees as culturally significant, deeply woven into their identity.