New York State Symbols By Mrs. Ardalan

State Symbols Each state adopts its own symbols.Each state adopts its own symbols. These official symbols reveal facts about the state.These official symbols reveal facts about the state. As you watch, you will learn about many natural resources that can be found in New York State.As you watch, you will learn about many natural resources that can be found in New York State.

State Animal New York State adopted the beaver as the state animal in 1975.New York State adopted the beaver as the state animal in Adult beavers are 3 to 4 feet long and weigh about 40 to 50 pounds.Adult beavers are 3 to 4 feet long and weigh about 40 to 50 pounds. Beavers build dams across many of the streams throughout New York State by packing mud with their long, flat tails.Beavers build dams across many of the streams throughout New York State by packing mud with their long, flat tails.

State Animal In the early 1600s, near our present capital of Albany, Indians traded beaver pelts to the fur traders.In the early 1600s, near our present capital of Albany, Indians traded beaver pelts to the fur traders. These pelts were made into clothes, hats, and mittens. They were then sold to the Europeans.These pelts were made into clothes, hats, and mittens. They were then sold to the Europeans.

State Bird The Eastern Bluebird was adopted as the state bird in 1970.The Eastern Bluebird was adopted as the state bird in The Eastern Bluebird is a red-breasted bird with blue feathers on its head, back, wings and tail.The Eastern Bluebird is a red-breasted bird with blue feathers on its head, back, wings and tail.

State Bird The Eastern Bluebird has a sweet, gentle sound.The Eastern Bluebird has a sweet, gentle sound. The Eastern Bluebird is one of the first birds to return North each Spring.The Eastern Bluebird is one of the first birds to return North each Spring. They make nests in trees and lay light blue eggs.They make nests in trees and lay light blue eggs.

State Fish The trout was adopted as the state fish in 1975.The trout was adopted as the state fish in Trout are silvery- brown or rainbow- colored fish.Trout are silvery- brown or rainbow- colored fish. They live in cool, clear freshwater brooks, lakes, and streams throughout New York State.They live in cool, clear freshwater brooks, lakes, and streams throughout New York State.

State Fish The native brook trout are also called “brookies” or “speckles”.The native brook trout are also called “brookies” or “speckles”. Many fisherman throughout New York State catch trout.Many fisherman throughout New York State catch trout. Trout is a favorite food for many New Yorkers.Trout is a favorite food for many New Yorkers.

State Shell The Bay Scallop was adopted as the state shell of New York in 1988.The Bay Scallop was adopted as the state shell of New York in Bay Scallops live at the bottom of the sea and can swim.Bay Scallops live at the bottom of the sea and can swim. Many people enjoy eating Bay Scallops.Many people enjoy eating Bay Scallops.

State Fossil The sea scorpion, which is now extinct, is a relative to the modern king crab.The sea scorpion, which is now extinct, is a relative to the modern king crab. During the Silurian Age (over 400 million years ago) the sea scorpion crawled along the bottom of sea that once covered much of New York.During the Silurian Age (over 400 million years ago) the sea scorpion crawled along the bottom of sea that once covered much of New York.

State Insect The ladybug was adopted as the state insect in 1989.The ladybug was adopted as the state insect in The ladybug is an orange beetle with black spots.The ladybug is an orange beetle with black spots. Ladybugs help gardeners by eating tiny bugs that ruin plants.Ladybugs help gardeners by eating tiny bugs that ruin plants.

State Tree The Sugar Maple was adopted as the New York State tree in 1956.The Sugar Maple was adopted as the New York State tree in The sap, which is stored in the trunk of the Sugar Maple and tapped in the early Spring, is our main source of maple syrupThe sap, which is stored in the trunk of the Sugar Maple and tapped in the early Spring, is our main source of maple syrup.

State Tree The fruit, or seeds, of the Sugar Maple appear during the Spring.The fruit, or seeds, of the Sugar Maple appear during the Spring. The leaves of the Sugar Maple are pointed, and turn bright colors in the Fall.The leaves of the Sugar Maple are pointed, and turn bright colors in the Fall.

State Flower The rose was adopted as the State flower in 1955.The rose was adopted as the State flower in The rose grows in a variety of colors, such as red, pink, yellow, and white.The rose grows in a variety of colors, such as red, pink, yellow, and white.

State Flower The rose is a fragrant flower with a thorny stem.The rose is a fragrant flower with a thorny stem. They can be found growing in many gardens throughout New York State.They can be found growing in many gardens throughout New York State.

State Fruit The apple was adopted as the state fruit in 1976.The apple was adopted as the state fruit in In the 1600s, European settlers brought apple seeds to New York.In the 1600s, European settlers brought apple seeds to New York. Now many varieties of apples are grown in orchards all over New York State.Now many varieties of apples are grown in orchards all over New York State.

State Fruit Many delicious pies, cakes, desserts, drinks, and jellies are made from New York apples.Many delicious pies, cakes, desserts, drinks, and jellies are made from New York apples. & State Muffin The apple muffin, which is made with chunks of apples, was adopted as the state muffin in 1987.The apple muffin, which is made with chunks of apples, was adopted as the state muffin in 1987.

State Beverage Milk was adopted as the state beverage in 1981.Milk was adopted as the state beverage in Milk comes from the dairy cow.Milk comes from the dairy cow. Dairy farming is a major industry in New York State.Dairy farming is a major industry in New York State.

State Beverage Butter, cheese, and ice cream are all products of milk.Butter, cheese, and ice cream are all products of milk.

State Gem The garnet was adopted as the state gem in 1969.The garnet was adopted as the state gem in Garnet is a dark red stone that is used in a lot of jewelry.Garnet is a dark red stone that is used in a lot of jewelry. Barton Mines in the Adirondack Mountains is the world’s largest garnet mine.Barton Mines in the Adirondack Mountains is the world’s largest garnet mine.

State Coat of Arms New York State’s Coat of Arms is a group of symbols that represent the state.New York State’s Coat of Arms is a group of symbols that represent the state. The eagle sits facing right for good luck, and showing that New York is part of the United States.The eagle sits facing right for good luck, and showing that New York is part of the United States. The eagle rests upon a globe, showing North America.The eagle rests upon a globe, showing North America.

State Coat of Arms In the middle of the Coat of Arms is a shield which shows two ships on a river, showing the many valuable rivers in New York State.In the middle of the Coat of Arms is a shield which shows two ships on a river, showing the many valuable rivers in New York State. In the background there is a sun rising over mountains.In the background there is a sun rising over mountains. On a banner below is the State Motto, EXCELSIOR, meaning “Ever Upward”.On a banner below is the State Motto, EXCELSIOR, meaning “Ever Upward”.

State Coat of Arms On the left, stands Lady Liberty, who stands for freedom.On the left, stands Lady Liberty, who stands for freedom. Holding a staff of freedom, Lady Liberty is stepping on a crown, showing the freedom from England after the Revolutionary War.Holding a staff of freedom, Lady Liberty is stepping on a crown, showing the freedom from England after the Revolutionary War.

State Coat of Arms On the right, stands Lady Justice.On the right, stands Lady Justice. She wears a blindfold, carries a sword and the scales of justice, showing that everyone is treated equally under the law.She wears a blindfold, carries a sword and the scales of justice, showing that everyone is treated equally under the law.

State Seal The Great Seal of New York State was first established in 1777 to act as the official seal of the state.The Great Seal of New York State was first established in 1777 to act as the official seal of the state. New York State’s seal features the coat of arms surrounded by a golden seal with the words “The Great Seal of the State of New York”.New York State’s seal features the coat of arms surrounded by a golden seal with the words “The Great Seal of the State of New York”.

State Flag The New York State flag shows the same New York State Coat of Arms on a royal blue border.The New York State flag shows the same New York State Coat of Arms on a royal blue border. It proudly waves for freedom and justice.It proudly waves for freedom and justice.

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