The abundance in acorns this fall is the result of a phenomenon that happens once every few years, in which oak trees produce far more acorns than normal.
Why are so many acorns on the ground in Chicago? It's a 'mast year,' experts say - Chicago Sun-Times
Question: Why Are There so Many Acorns This Year?
Why Are There So Many Acorns in Illinois This Fall?
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Why are there so many acorns this season? An expert explains - CBS New York
Why are there so many acorns in Massachusetts this year? - CBS Boston
Tons of acorns? It must be a mast year
Mast ahead in production in a surprisely good year for nuts - Chicago Sun- Times
Why Are There So Many Acorns in Illinois This Fall?
Why Are There So Many Acorns in Illinois This Fall?