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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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