Shellbark Hickory
Carya laciniosa
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Grows 60’-80’ tall
Produces large, sweet nuts
Nuts are consumed by many animals, including deer, bear, foxes, rabbits, squirrels, chipmunks, and wild turkeys
Native of moist bottomlands and floodplains of the United States
Tough and sturdy tree with a life span of 80+ years
