TORNADO RIPS THROUGH NORTHERN PART OF TORONTO

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Overlooked Beauties

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Here we have a couple of beautiful species that are easily overlooked or passed over because they are common throughout much of their ranges. The bird, of course, is the Tufted Titmouse and the tree is the tulip tree.

Tulip trees are a very important source of food and shelter for a variety of wildlife. More than 10 species of bird as well as rodents have been know to feed on the seeds, white-tailed deer and rabbits will feed on leaves and bark, and many native pollinators harvest nectar and pollen from the unusual flowers of these giant trees.

Along with the Chickadee, the Tufted Titmouse is a quintessential forest songbird species. This Titmouse is common throughout eastern North American deciduous and mixed forests. Pairs often stay together throughout the entire year. Males will usually feed the females starting at courtship and going until eggs hatch. Females are fearless in guarding their eggs. Often, brood from the previous year will help the parents in raising the next year's young. This species is quite active and does not migrate during the northern winter. Do yourself a favor and take the time to watch these guys a little as they go about their business.

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