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What to look for this week
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Holly
Whilst this native evergreen shrub looks great in our Christmas decorations, remember that the scarlet berries are a vital source of food for some birds in winter and can also be eaten by some small mammals such as wood mice.
The shiny, spikey leaves also provide cover and nesting opportunities for birds.