What is the state insect of Georgia?

Answer 1

The Georgia state bird is the Brown Thresher. The Green Tree Frog became Georgia's State Amphibian during the 2005 legislative session, making it the newest state symbol. The idea for this bill came from kids just like you!! The Green Tree Frog was chosen because it has very porous skin and can't live in a heavily polluted environment. The class hoped that it would draw the public's attention to pollution. Even kids can make a difference!!

In 1970, the Brown Thrasher became the state bird of Georgia. Much like the Green Tree Frog, this animal, too was chosen by students. The Brown Thrasher can be found in neighborhoods and fields throughout Georgia. These birds eat lots of different things, like bugs, small animals, fruit and nuts. Brown Thrashers have long curved beaks that help them find food.

In 1985, Georgia adopted a state Marine Mammal, the Right Whale. By far the most delicate of our state symbols, there are only about 300 Right Whales left in the world. The Right whale is the only whale that is native to Georgia waters. Even though this animal is now on the endangered species list, human actions still pose a serious threat to it. Many whales have washed up on shores after being hit and killed by passing boats.

The Tiger Swallowtail became Georgia's official state butterfly in 1988. Its bright yellow and black markings make it one of the most beautiful butterflies in Georgia.

The Honeybee is not only the state insect of Georgia, but its also the state insect of Kansas, Arkansas, Maine, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Jersey, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont and Wisconsin!! Quite a popular insect!! The honeybee was chosen as our state insect in 1975 because of its contributions to Georgia through honey production and helping with agriculture pollination.

With fishing being so popular in Georgia, it seems only fitting that we have a State Fish. In 1970, the Largemouth Bassbecame the state fish. These fish are among the most sought after in Georgia- at one time- the world's largest Largemouth Bass was caught in Georgia!

The state reptile, the Gopher Tortoise, is one of the oldest living species native to Georgia! The group of land tortoises that it belongs to originated in North America over 60 million years ago!!! The Gopher Tortoise digs burrows up to 40 feet wide and 10 feet deep, which provides shelter for the tortoise and more than 3 dozen other animal species. This is another one of our symbols who's population is declining. In Georgia, the Gopher Tortoise is categorized as a Threatened Species- they are also listed that way in Mississippi, Alabama and Louisiana. In Florida the Gopher Tortoise is considered a Species of Special Concern, South Carolina lists the species as Endangered! The Gopher Tortoise was designated as Georgia's official Reptile in 1989.

The Bobwhite Quail has been Georgia's official State Game Bird since 1970. These birds have become increasingly popular to hunt in Georgia and their population is quite large.

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Answer 2

In 1975, the European honeybee [Apis mellifera] became the state insect of Georgia, in recognition of its important agricultural and gardening roles as pollinator and honey producer. The European honeybee also became the state insect of Arkansas [1973], Kansas [1976], Louisiana [1975], Maine [1975], Mississippi [1980], Missouri [1985], Nebaska [1974], New Jersey [1974], North Carolina [1973], Oklahoma [1992], South Dakota [1978], Tennessee [1990], Utah [1983], Vermont [1978], West Virginia [2002], and Wisconsin [1977].

Answer 3

The Brown Thrasher is the state bird of Georgia.

Answer 4

A honey bee traditionally signifies industry and hard work. This is why it is chosen as an emblem.