WILLOWS

pussy willowThere are over two dozen species of willow in central Alaska.  Identification can stump even seasoned experts.  Willow can be found almost anywhere plants grow.  Willows are unisexual meaning each individual plant produces either male or female catkins.

32-160-3Red squrrel

34-13-14Arctic ground squirrel

40-95-1_porcupineAfter a long winter of bitter bark porcupine welcomes the sweet taste of spring offered by pussy willows.

 

 

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