Ants release chemicals that repel mites, fleas and lice. Some birds will actually rub their feathers against ants in an attempt to remove these pests.
Canadian Tree Guide
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Rebud
rebudCercis canadensis L.
Redbud is also a prestigious member of the legume family. It's a small (<13 m) tree. Fossilized redbuds were discovered in the Don River Valley near Toronto.
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