In winter the cones and the catkins (male flowers) of the Common Alder hang side by side. During winter the seeds are an important food source

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In winter the cones and the catkins (male flowers) of the Common Alder hang side by side. During winter the seeds are an important food source for Redpolls and Siskins. In spring the catkins open showing yellow anthers

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Location: Scarborough, UK
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