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Rock Creek Park

Tuliptree Small-Stream Floodplain Forest

Banner Image: Rock Creek, by Ery Largay

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Similar natural communities in this location:

  • Red Maple Seepage Swamp
  • Basic Mesic Hardwood Forest

The Stream & Riparian Ecological System at Rock Creek Park

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Rock Creek Park

stream habitat
How to Recognize It
Stream habitat - Ery Largay
Virginia bluebells
Seasonal Highlights
Virginia bluebells – Gary Fleming
map of Tuliptree Small-Stream Floodplain Forest in Rock Creek Park
Where to See It
A pileated woodpecker feeds its chicks.
Plants & Animals
Pileated woodpeckers - Lyle Madeson
Rock Creek floodplain
Physical Setting
Rock Creek Floodplain - Sam Sheline
Virginia bluebells stand regular disturbance on the floodplain
Natural Processes
Floodplain Survivors - Sam Sheline
Invasive species lesser celandine in spring
Ecological Threats
Lesser celandine - Adam Fagen
park ranger removing invasive plants
Making a Difference
Park management - National Park Service
Tuliptree in spring
Conservation Status & Classification
Tuliptree in spring - Sam Sheline

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