Black Cherry is the largest native cherry in North America and one of the most valuable wildlife trees in eastern forests. Its abundant small black cherries in late summer are consumed by over 90 bird and mammal species. The leaves and crushed twigs contain hydrocyanic acid, giving them an almond-like smell, and the leaves are toxic if wilted.
Habitat
Diverse forest types from rich bottomlands to dry ridges in eastern North America
Diet
Cherries eaten by over 90 species including bears, foxes, and migrating birds
How common
Common
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