whats this tree??

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  1. RandyRos

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    Found it at Minsmere, whilst walking in the reserve on Saturday.

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    Looks like an Alder tree to me RandyRos.. ;)
     
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    Alder? hmm, we don't see them around here, thats why I didnt know what it was. Thanks Marley
     
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    Definitely Alder.
    Probably Alnus glutinosa, showing both the cones (female)and catkins(male).
    Likes damp/ boggy areas.
     
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    that would figure. it growing on the side of a wetland wildlife reserve.
     
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