 While the pines are, by far, the most common tree in these forests, coast live oaks often accompany them.Due to the relatively short lifespan of closed-cone pines, many dead trunks and snags are available and attract a whole host of wildlife ranging from woodpeckers, titmice, chickadees, warblers, squirrels, chipmunks, raccoons, mountain lions, deer and many others.The lush undergrowths, typical of the forests, are excellent habitat as well.