...there appears to be some thing oozing out of the tree and quite a few insects/flies are attracted to the area...any ideas what this might be?
I think these are "barklice" referred to here: http://en.allexperts.com/q/Plant-Diseases-715/oak-tree-trunk-webs.htm
no some oak trees have flowers on them
The oak tree bark is falling off due to natural growth and aging processes, as well as potential damage from pests, diseases, or environmental stressors.
Yes it does, but some oak trees do not.
An oak tree may develop a split trunk due to various factors such as strong winds, heavy snow loads, lightning strikes, or diseases that weaken the tree's structure. These stressors can cause the wood to crack and split, leading to a split trunk in the oak tree.
no some oak trees have flowers on them
no mistletoe on an oak tree is and example of parasitism. Why? Because the mistletoe attaches itself to the oak tree and takes some of the tree's nutrients, although it looks pretty it can lead to the death of the tree.
Yes, you can plant an acorn and successfully grow an oak tree from it. Acorns contain the potential to grow into oak trees if they are planted in suitable soil, receive enough sunlight and water, and are protected from pests and diseases. With proper care and patience, an acorn can grow into a majestic oak tree over time.
an oak tree much?
Squirrels and some mammals eat Blue Oak tree's.
An acorn comes from an oak tree. Oak trees produce acorns, which are a type of nut that serves as a seed for the oak tree to reproduce.
the balls on the tree is the nut [ seed] that i one day going to tern into a oak tree but it will take it a long time for it to be like the tree it came from ps.. never it the balls you see on a oak tree