Soft needles in bundles of five and long narrow cones.
How to recognize it
Soft needles in bundles of five and long narrow cones.
Where you may find it in Ontario
Open yards and woodland edges with ample space. Local occurrence depends on habitat, region and season.
Food and ecological role
Photosynthesis; seeds support birds and mammals. Every species is part of a larger food web involving plants, insects, birds and mammals.
When to look
Year-round.
Make your backyard more welcoming
Give ample mature growing space.
Identification and safety
Use several features, not a single colour or silhouette, to confirm identification. Observe wildlife from a respectful distance; do not handle or feed wild animals. For species-specific photographs and further details, see the reference below.
Further reading: Species identification / reference. Also see Ontario backyard resources.