The shagbark hickory is another common form of plant found in a temperate deciduous forest. It has an ashy gray bark which separates into long strips. It grows to about 100 feet tall. Its branches can also spread up to 25 feet.
It is unique in a way that it has both male and female flowers. It also has many uses, such as sports equipment, furniture, etc.. It is very common in the wild all along the east coast. Squirrels compete for nuts from the shagbark hickory.
Who else is a competitor for nuts produced by the shagbark hickory? The answer will surprise you!
http://www.blueplanetbiomes.org/deciduous_plant_page.htm
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