grizzly bears were often found in California in the 20s. today, we rarely see some!
its a bear...this is why the flag has a bear on it and it is the bear flag state
California has a bear on its flag
California is called the Bear Flag Republic.
There isn't a bear on the US flag. There are fifty stars and thirteen stripes. =\ But, if you're talking about the California state flag; well that's a different story. ^^;
The Bear Flag
California grizzly bear. it is extinct
Wyoming has a bison on its flag.
none every flag is different to represent its state For example the California Flag has a bear the bear mean "Stand UP AND STAY STRONG
The original bear flag is in the State of California. There is also something called the Bear Flag Monument, and this is a way for people to remember the reason behind the Bear Flag.
California
The bear on California's state flag represents strength, unyielding resistance, and the state's wildlife. It specifically depicts the California grizzly bear, symbolizing the state's natural resources and the spirit of independence associated with the Bear Flag Revolt of 1846. The bear signifies California's rugged and pioneering spirit as well as its history of exploration and settlement.
The California grizzly bear is featured on the California state flag. It is modeled after the last wild California grizzly bear in captivity, named Monarch.A wild Californian grizzly bear