Because of the many Pelican that used to inhabit the state's Gulf Courses.
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"Pelican State" is the nickname of the state of Louisiana. Louisiana's official state bird, the brown pelican, is native there.
Louisiana is known as the Bayou State. This nickname reflects the state's extensive bayous and wetlands that are an important part of its landscape and culture.
The Pelican is on Louisiana's flag and state seal. Louisiana is also called 'The Pelican State.' The bird has been Louisiana's symbol since the arrival of early European settlers because the settlers were impressed with the Pelican's generous and nurturing attitude toward their young.
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The Brown Pelican State.
The state bird of Louisiana is the Eastern Brown Pelican, adopted in 1966.
The Pelican State, and also Sportsman's Paradise.
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Louisiana got the nickname ''THE PELICAN STATE'' because of the abundance of brown pelicans everywhere
Louisiana is the only state to have the Brown Pelican as its state bird.
Louisiana's state bird is the Eastern Brown Pelican.
In 2008, the official symbol of the state of Louisiana became the fleur de lis.