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The state bird of Louisiana is unique among the world's seven species of pelicans. The brown pelican is found along the ocean shores and not on inland lakes. It is the only dark pelican, and also the only one that plunges from the air into the water to catch its food.
The brown pelican is Louisiana's official bird. Pelicans are famous for their large bill, the lower portion of which has a pouch that can be greatly extended. The state tree is the bald cypress. Its shape, which varies from columnar to conical (bottle-shaped), depends greatly on the amount and duration of flooding in the area.
This majestic bird is not only depicted on Louisiana’s state flag and state seal but also takes a central place in the state painting, alongside various other symbols and icons representing Louisiana’s rich heritage.
The brown pelican is the national bird of Saint Martin, Barbados, Saint Kitts and Nevis, and the Turks and Caicos Islands, and the official state bird of Louisiana, appearing on the flag, seal, or coat of arms of each.
Location of the state of Louisiana in the United States of America. This is a list of official symbols of the U.S. state of Louisiana. Official symbols of Louisiana are codified in the laws of Louisiana.
With over 7,700 miles of shoreline, it’s no surprise that a seabird was chosen as Louisiana’s state bird. We’ve celebrated the brown pelican as our state bird since July 27, 1966. Louisiana’s even known as the Pelican State.
In 1912, Louisiana adopted a state flag that featured Louisiana's state motto "Union, Justice and Confidence" and, once again, a pelican feeding hatchlings. And in 1966, the pelican received its ultimate due when it was officially named the State Bird of Louisiana.