Cardinal in a snow-covered tree
A repurposed Christmas tree can serve as habitat for birds, fish, and mammals. Credit: Ohio Department of Natural Resources

COLUMBUS – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife is reminding Ohioans that a live-cut Christmas tree may be repurposed after the holidays as habitat for various species of animals.

Before you discard your tree, remember that it can find life after the holidays for Ohio’s birds, fish, and mammals.


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