They’re a hub for biodiversity, supporting countless birds and insects—including caterpillars of 557 species of butterflies and moths.
Identifiable by their deeply ridged bark and lobed leaves, oak trees bring colorful fall foliage to your yard, street, or nearby park. Height differs by species, but many of these often slow-growing trees can reach 40 to 80 feet tall. They’re a hub for biodiversity, supporting countless birds and insects—including caterpillars of 557 species of butterflies and moths.