Wildlife Species Library

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Sacred fig

Ficus religiosa

The Sacred fig, also known as the Bodhi tree, is a majestic giant of the plant kingdom, famous for its heart-shaped l...

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sassafras

Sassafras albidum

With its signature mitten-shaped leaves and brilliant autumn hues, the sassafras tree is a centerpiece of the eastern...

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Scots pine

Pinus sylvestris

With its striking orange bark and rugged, wind-swept silhouette, the Scots pine is the king of the northern forest. I...

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Scribbly Gum

Eucalyptus haemastoma

Featuring a trunk etched with nature's own mysterious calligraphy, the Scribbly Gum is the artistic soul of the Sydne...

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shagbark hickory

Carya ovata

An icon of the eastern deciduous forest, the shagbark hickory is easily recognized by its wild, peeling bark. It serv...

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Shellbark Hickory

Carya laciniosa

The Shellbark Hickory is a shaggy-barked monarch of the wetlands, famous for producing the massive 'Kingnuts' that fe...

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shortleaf pine

Pinus echinata

The shortleaf pine is the hardy architect of the American woodland, providing vital shelter and food for a vast array...

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Sierra juniper

Juniperus grandis

The Sierra juniper is a rugged sentinel of the high country, famous for its massive, twisted trunks and striking cinn...

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silver peppermint

Eucalyptus tenuiramis

A shimmering icon of the Tasmanian wilderness, the silver peppermint is beloved for its blue-hued, aromatic leaves an...

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Sitka spruce

Picea sitchensis

The towering titan of the Pacific Coast, the Sitka spruce is the world's largest spruce species and a foundational pi...

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Small-fruited Grey Gum

Eucalyptus propinqua

With its stunning mottled bark and status as a favorite snack for Koalas, the Small-fruited Grey Gum is an Australian...

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Snow Gum

Eucalyptus pauciflora

The Snow Gum is Australia's resilient alpine icon, famous for its twisted, multi-colored bark and its ability to with...

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Soursop

Annona muricata

The Soursop is a tropical marvel, famous for its giant, prickly green fruits and its ability to attract a diverse arr...

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southern catalpa

Catalpa bignonioides

A Southeastern icon known for its massive heart-shaped leaves and showy white blossoms, the Southern Catalpa is a 'li...

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southern magnolia

Magnolia grandiflora

The Southern Magnolia is the undisputed queen of the Southern forest, boasting giant, lemon-scented blooms and glossy...

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Spotted Gum

Corymbia maculata

Admired for its stunning mottled bark and towering height, the Spotted Gum is a quintessential Australian icon. It pr...

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subalpine larch

Larix lyallii

A hardy sentinel of the high peaks, the subalpine larch is famous for its breathtaking autumn transformation into a p...

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sweet birch

Betula lenta

The sweet birch is the aromatic soul of the eastern forest, offering a spicy wintergreen scent and a golden autumn gl...

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sycamore fig

Ficus sycomorus

Ancient, massive, and teeming with life, the Sycamore Fig is a legendary 'Tree of Life' that supports entire ecosyste...

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Sydney Peppermint

Eucalyptus piperita

A cornerstone of the New South Wales bush, the Sydney Peppermint is famous for its cooling menthol aroma and its uniq...