state bird

noun

1. a bird chosen as an official symbol of a U.S. state.

Word History and Origins

Origin of state bird¹

An Americanism dating back to 1905–10

Example Sentences

The shy bird plays an important role in the food chain by preying on rodents, snakes and other pests and is also the state bird of Rajasthan, where it is called 'Godawan' by locals.

From BBC

Officials didn’t pick any of the most popular designs submitted online that included options like a loon — the state bird — with lasers for eyes.

From Seattle Times

They included: a loon — the state bird — with lasers for eyes; a photo of someone’s dog; famous paintings of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln; and an image of a rather large mosquito.

From Seattle Times

The State Emblems Redesign Commission chose the final version on an 11-1 vote after finalizing a new state seal that depicts a loon, the state bird.

From Washington Times

The State Emblems Redesign Commission chose the final version on an 11-1 vote after finalizing a new state seal that depicts a loon, the state bird.

From Seattle Times