Ace places
Who's at home
in an oak?
Find out about all the life in an oak tree, from brilliant birds to fab fungi
Discover the wildlife living in and around this oak!
Click the picture to find out how loads of different species rely on oak trees for shelter, food and more! We’ve picked out six here, but a big ancient oak tree can support more than 2,300 species – amazing!
Trees aren’t just good for wildlife – they’re great for you too. By breathing in the smell of woodland trees you can feel more relaxed and even sleep better. Scroll down to check out our tips for making friends with a tree!
Four ways to love trees
Hug a tree
Trees give off special scents that relieve stress and make us feel better. Why not give one a hug? Wrap your arms around the trunk, squeeze and take a deep breath. You’ll feel amazing.
Watch a tree
In autumn, some trees lose their leaves. It’s like they change their leafy clothes. They ‘sleep’ through winter, until spring reawakens their green leaf buds. Watch one tree all year round to see how it changes.
Listen to a tree
Press your ear up against a tree trunk, close your eyes and listen carefully. The word susurrate (pronounced ‘SUSS-er-rate’) means a whispering sound, like the wind dancing in tree branches. What sounds does your tree make?
Track a tree
Watch a new sapling grow in your garden, local park or wood. Measure it every few months and keep a record. Celebrate when it’s taller than you!
Did you know?
Trees are important because they ‘breathe in’ carbon dioxide and ‘breathe out’ oxygen, help cool the air, and provide a home and food for wildlife.
