Water Locust is a thorny tree adapted to wet environments, often featuring large, flat seed pods. It is closely related to the more common Honey Locust.
Habitat
Typically found in swamps and floodplains in the southeastern United States.
Diet
Its seeds are consumed by wildlife, and its flowers attract bees.
How common
Rare
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