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Wildlife & bamboo

13 years ago

Does anyone know which animals are benefited by a mature, healthy grove of Phyllostachys. Thanks in advance.

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new2zone9a
13 years ago
Pandas
susanhogarth
13 years ago
Squirrels, from what I've been reading :-/
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alan_l
13 years ago
Seriously, it's probably birds. Several species love the dense, tall foliage. Praying mantis too -- I always find several of those in my bamboos. Probably not the wildlife you were asking about though. =)
silversword
13 years ago
We have noticed an incredible increase in bird traffic since our bamboo went in.
bamboozler
13 years ago
I too have noticed more praying mantis, birds and large dragon flies, all predators. I would deduce that they are attracted to food, increased insect activity.
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13 years ago
Thanks to all with serious replies. I figured birds would be high on the list. In the morning I hear many, many species of birds already and I'm glad I'm helping to provide an environment they can use.

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