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Photo of the Day: Tree Hugger

Rachel Faulkner | Last Updated: January 5, 2016

Child hugging tree, North Carolina — The photographer's grandson decided to show his love for trees by wrapping one in a big hug while exploring the woods behind their North Carolina home. Photo by Em Sartor.

Happy Love A Tree Day!

There are a bunch of reasons to love trees: they produce oxygen, give us shade, prevent soil erosion, provide food and shelter for animals… the list goes on! If you certify your garden as a wildlife habitat in the month of May, we’ll plant a tree in your honor!

Or if you prefer to plant your own, here’s some tips on planting and caring for your tree.

This Photo of the Day was donated by a participant in the annual National Wildlife Photo Contest. See more photos or sign up for the 42nd Annual National Wildlife Photo Contest.

Get Outside, Students and Nature | kids and nature, photo of the day, Photography, Trees

Published: May 16, 2012

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