Juglans californica shell that is difficult to remove. The Chumash Indians of the Channel Islands of California and Ventura County eat the nuts; however, they are not grown commercially for this purpose. "Juglans californica" is cultivated throughout California to support the walnut industry, used as a rootstock in English walnut orchards. It is also cultivated as an ornamental tree where it is planted in California native plant, xeriscape, and wildlife habitat gardens and natural landscaping in California, and in Hawaii. Some authorities (e.g. the California Native Plant Society) combine this species with "J. hindsii". On the other hand, a 2007 molecular analysis
Australian green tree frog (4 in) or more in length. Its average lifespan in captivity, about 16 years, is long compared with most frogs. Docile and well suited to living near human dwellings, Australian green tree frogs are often found on window sills or inside houses, eating insects drawn by the light. The green tree frog screams when it is in danger to scare off its foe, and squeaks when it is touched. Due to its appearance and behavioral traits, the green tree frog is a popular exotic pet throughout the world. The skin secretions of the frog have antibacterial and antiviral properties that