Wild Heritage Horizons

The series “Seeing the Trees Through the Forest” focuses on various trees, This article covers different types of Spruce Trees. Spruces are rich in Vitamin C and serve as habitats for small game animals and birds. This section explores diverse species of spruces, including Norway Spruce, White Spruce, Black Spruce, Blue Spruce, and Red Spruce,… Read more

This article covers different species of Red Oaks including Scarlet Oak, Bear Oak (Scrub Oak), Pin Oak, Northern Red Oak, and Black Oak. Each species is described highlighting its unique features, living conditions as well as how its leaves, bark, and acorns appear. These oaks are vital to wildlife in deciduous forests, providing food, low… Read more

The post discusses different species of White Oaks, highlighting their unique features and ecological significance in Eastern Deciduous forests. Besides serving as a major food source for a plethora of wildlife, White Oaks’ acorns are also edible for humans. The species range from common White Oaks and Swamp White Oaks to Bur Oaks, Chestnut Oaks,… Read more

Seeing the forest through the trees is something many people have said, meaning being unable to see the big picture past the small details. When taken literally however, in most cases it is the opposite. Even seasoned, successful hunters often times can not see the trees through the forest. Being able to identify the species Read more