Clarks nutcracker (IMAGE)

University of California - Davis

Clarks nutcracker

Caption

The Clark’s nutcracker plays a crucial role for high-elevation Western forests. It is well-known for burying tens of thousands of pinecone seeds, some of which germinate to become new trees.

Credit

David Menke, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Usage Restrictions

No restrictions.

License

Public Domain

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