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Oregon White Oak

Quercus garryana

UncommonPlant
Illustration of Oregon White Oak (Quercus garryana)

Oregon White Oak is the only native oak of British Columbia and the Pacific Northwest, forming savanna and woodland habitats that support exceptional biodiversity. These fire-maintained oak woodlands have declined dramatically and now support several species of concern. The acorns were a staple food for indigenous peoples of the region.

Habitat
Dry prairie savannas and rocky hillsides of the Pacific Northwest
Diet
Acorns critical for band-tailed pigeons, scrub jays, squirrels, and deer
How common
Uncommon

Best time to see a Oregon White Oak

The best time to see a Oregon White Oak is April–August, when about 64% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 11,897 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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