Forest Ecosystems

noun a small wood or forested area

• The orchard was filled with rows of citrus trees in a beautiful grove.
• Let's take a walk through the grove and enjoy the fresh air.
• I heard there's a cool spot to hang out in the grove behind the school.
• In the grove of creativity, ideas bloom like wildflowers.

noun a tropical fruit with sweet, yellow flesh and a green skin, also known as papaya

• The scientific name for pawpaw is Asimina triloba.
• I love snacking on fresh pawpaw slices.
• Let's go grab some pawpaw from the market.
• Her smile was as sweet as a ripe pawpaw.

noun a type of squirrel found in the southwestern United States, named after American naturalist John James Abert

• The Abert's squirrel is a species of tree squirrel found in the Rocky Mountains.
• I saw an Abert's squirrel while hiking in the mountains.
• That Abert's squirrel was so cute, I wanted to take it home as a pet.
• The Abert's squirrel darted through the trees like a streak of lightning.

noun a specific species of woodpecker found in North and Central America

• The acorn woodpecker is a species of woodpecker known for its unique habit of storing acorns in specially drilled holes in trees.
• I saw an acorn woodpecker in the park today, pecking away at a tree.
• That acorn woodpecker sure knows how to find a good snack!
• The acorn woodpecker symbolizes perseverance and resourcefulness in the face of adversity.

noun Aegolius is a genus of small owls, commonly known as saw-whet owls.

• The aegolius is a genus of small owls found in North America and Eurasia.
• I spotted an aegolius perched on a tree branch while hiking in the forest.
• That aegolius owl is so cute with its big eyes and tiny body.
• The aegolius symbolizes wisdom and mystery in many cultures.