Oak trees are a symbol of strength and endurance. It is often associated with honour, nobility, and wisdom. Just like the oak, we are strong, powerful and capable of facing adversities with fortitude. Thus, the oak tree offers valuable life lessons for us. How does the wildlife benefit from the Oak tree?
Firstly, the acorns from the tree are a source of food for many animals such as deers, squirrels, chipmunks and ducks. Secondly, trees offer shade and shelter, leaves and twigs for building nests and even for eating. Finally, they participate in the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide as well as maintain the transportation of water through an ecosystem. Many species of Oaks are under threat of extinction largely due to livestock grazing, land use changes and unsustainable harvesting for timber. As a result, conservation of oak forests is vital to the wellbeing of mother earth and all our products must be sourced from sustainable forests.
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