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Field marks, habits, and camera tips for the wildlife that visits backyard habitats.
Grey Camel Thorn
Vachellia haematoxylon
The silvery sentinel of the Kalahari, the Grey Camel Thorn is a master of desert survival. Its velvety foliage and nu...
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Grey Gum
Eucalyptus punctata
A cornerstone of the Australian bush, the Grey Gum is famous for its mosaic-patterned bark and its status as a five-s...
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Gum-barked Coolibah
Eucalyptus intertexta
A resilient icon of the Australian outback, the Gum-barked Coolibah is a two-toned beauty that provides a lifeline fo...
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Indian banyan
Ficus benghalensis
The legendary Indian banyan is more than just a tree—it is a living ecosystem that spreads across the landscape with ...
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Jack pine
Pinus banksiana
A resilient survivor of the North American wilderness, the Jack pine is a fire-adapted icon known for its twisted nee...
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Japanese angelica tree
Aralia elata
A striking architectural tree that transforms from a thorny skeleton in winter to a lush, tropical-looking sanctuary ...
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Japanese larch
Larix kaempferi
The Japanese larch is a seasonal showstopper, trading its soft blue-green needles for a crown of liquid gold every au...
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Jeffrey pine
Pinus jeffreyi
Known for its sweet, vanilla-scented bark and massive 'gentle' cones, the Jeffrey pine is a majestic icon of the high...
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knobcone pine
Pinus attenuata
The Knobcone Pine is the rugged survivalist of the tree world, holding its seeds in 'time capsules' that only fire ca...
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knobthorn
Senegalia nigrescens
The Knobthorn is the rugged sentinel of the African bush, easily identified by its unique 'knobby' bark and clouds of...
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kousa dogwood
Cornus kousa
A four-season showstopper, the Kousa Dogwood lights up backyards with starry white blooms and provides a late-summer ...
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Laurel willow
Salix pentandra
With its shimmering, wax-like foliage and late-blooming golden catkins, the Laurel willow is a standout beauty of the...
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Lawson's cypress
Chamaecyparis lawsoniana
A majestic evergreen with lace-like foliage and a fragrant soul, Lawson's cypress is a sanctuary for backyard birds a...
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Lemon-scented gum
Corymbia citriodora
A towering icon of the Australian landscape, the Lemon-scented gum is famous for its luminous white bark and refreshi...
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limber pine
Pinus flexilis
The limber pine is an ancient sentinel of the high peaks, known for its incredible flexibility and centuries-long lif...
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Live Long
Lannea discolor
The Live Long tree is a resilient centerpiece of the African landscape, instantly recognizable by its 'discolored' le...
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loblolly pine
Pinus taeda
The backbone of the American South, the loblolly pine is a fast-growing giant that turns your backyard into a bustlin...
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lodgepole pine
Pinus contorta
A symbol of western resilience, the lodgepole pine is more than just a tree—it is a bustling high-rise for forest wil...
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longleaf pine
Pinus palustris
The longleaf pine is the majestic architect of the Southern landscape, a fire-forged titan that supports one of the m...
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manketti-tree
Schinziophyton rautanenii
The lifeblood of the Kalahari sands, the Manketti tree is a resilient giant that provides food and shelter to an enti...
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manna gum
Eucalyptus viminalis
The Manna Gum is the majestic 'ribbon gum' of the Australian bush, legendary as the Koala's favorite food and the sou...
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marula
Sclerocarya birrea
The Marula is the undisputed 'Tree of Life' of the African savanna, a massive provider that feeds everyone from eleph...
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Mediterranean cypress
Cupressus sempervirens
The Mediterranean cypress is a living pillar of history, known for its iconic slender shape and its ability to thrive...
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mockernut
Carya tomentosa
A titan of the eastern woods, the mockernut hickory is legendary for its iron-hard wood and the golden autumn canopy ...
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monkey thorn
Senegalia galpinii
A towering icon of the African bushveld, the Monkey thorn is easily identified by its claw-like thorns and massive, u...
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Monterey Cypress
Hesperocyparis macrocarpa
The Monterey Cypress is the gnarled, wind-swept sentinel of the Pacific coast, known for its sculptural beauty and le...
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Monterey pine
Pinus radiata
The Monterey pine is a fast-growing coastal icon, known for its lush green needles and rugged bark. It serves as a ma...
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Mountain Fig
Ficus altissima
The Mountain Fig is a sprawling, silvery giant that defines the tropical skyline. From its strangling roots to its ma...
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mountain grey gum
Eucalyptus cypellocarpa
A towering icon of the Australian Great Dividing Range, the mountain grey gum is more than just a tree—it is a vertic...
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mountain hemlock
Tsuga mertensiana
The crown jewel of the subalpine, the Mountain Hemlock is a masterpiece of high-altitude resilience. Its graceful, dr...
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Narrow-leaved Peppermint
Eucalyptus radiata
Famed for its refreshing menthol scent and graceful weeping canopy, the Narrow-leaved Peppermint is a vital pillar of...
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Natal fig
Ficus natalensis
The Natal fig is the ultimate backyard sanctuary, a 'living supermarket' that attracts everything from colorful fruit...
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Natal mahogany
Trichilia emetica
An African icon, the Natal mahogany is a lush, evergreen giant that transforms any backyard into a bustling wildlife ...
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Neem
Azadirachta indica
Known as the 'Village Pharmacy,' the Neem tree is a powerhouse of the tropical garden. With its insect-repelling leav...
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noble fir
Abies procera
The Noble Fir is a towering icon of the Pacific Northwest mountains, known for its incredible symmetry and striking s...
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northern whitecedar
Thuja occidentalis
Often called the 'Arborvitae' or Tree of Life, the northern whitecedar is a cornerstone of the northern forest. This ...
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