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Parks & Recreation - Habitat Trees
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Parks & Recreation - Habitat Trees
A Habitat Tree is a tree that has been retained by mitigating hazards in such a way that is productive for wildlife and encourages or mimics the naturally occurring decay process found in old growth forests. Also known as wildlife tree, wildlife special-use tree, veteran tree, old growth tree, etc.
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Parks & Recreation - Habitat Trees
As urban environments expand, natural habitats become limited. Habitat Trees promote insect and pollinator habitat, bird shelters, aid in providing food sources for wildlife, and decrease bird’s risk of predation.
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Parks & Recreation - Habitat Trees
- Ecotourism
- Environmental monitoring - species diversity acts as an indicator of urban environmental health
- Pest management - natural pest deterrent, reduces use of pesticides
- Connection to nature - environmental stewardship, local habitat preservation, sustainable practices, conscientious urban planning and design, educational tool
- Waste decomposition
- Bird songs can improve mood
- Boost property values
- Support clean water
- Seed dispersal and pollination - fosters native flora growth, increases ecosystem stability
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Parks & Recreation - Habitat Trees
- Tall Nesters/Hunters: Cooper's Hawk, Great-horned Owl
- Low Nesters: Wood Duck, House Wren
- Wide Range Nesters: Black-capped Chickadee, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, Tree Swallow