AP One of California's more unusual symbols is the state prehistoric artifact, the chipped stone bear. The piece of volcanic rock was unearthed in 1985 during an archaeological dig in Carlsbad.

North Carolina has over 60 official state symbols. These symbols include the state bird (cardinal), flower (dogwood), and ...

California’s list of official state symbols could grow even further as ... (Stephen Lam/The San Francisco Chronicle via Getty Images) Banana slugs can be found throughout the state, primarily ...

State symbols are any type of symbol or imagery, including animals, plants, rocks, and even articles of clothing, that are chosen by the residents and legislature of a state to be representative of ...

which seeks to add to the roster of New Mexico’s state symbols. Other symbols include the yucca flower, roadrunner, cutthroat trout and New Mexico black bear. If the bill passes, the state aroma ...

State Symbols USA said that the Ruffed Grouse was ... during courtship displays or as a defense mechanism. Getty Images The male bird produces a unique sound with their wings.

which would add it to the growing list of state symbols. Gov. Bill Haslam has until April 19 to decide whether he wants to veto legislation that would give the Bible an official state status.

North Carolina has over 60 official state symbols. These symbols include the state bird (cardinal), flower (dogwood), and tree (pine). The state also has official designations for a reptile ...