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Silver Maple

Acer saccharinum

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Illustration of Silver Maple (Acer saccharinum)

Silver Maple is a fast-growing tree of eastern floodplains and riverbanks, named for the silvery underside of its deeply lobed leaves. It flowers very early in spring, often while snow is still on the ground, providing one of the first nectar sources for emerging bees. Wood ducks and many cavity-nesting birds nest in its hollow trunks.

Habitat
Floodplains, riverbanks, and lowland wet forests of eastern North America
Diet
Early flowers support bees; seeds eaten by squirrels and waterfowl
How common
Common

Best time to see a Silver Maple

The best time to see a Silver Maple is April–August, when about 62% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 24,818 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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