List of Texas state symbols

Texas in United States

Flag of Texas

Seal of the Republic of Texas (colorized)

Seal of the state of texas

Seal of Texas (reverse)

Coat of arms of the Republic of Texas

The state of Texas has a variety of official symbols as designated by the Texas Legislature. These symbols represent the cultural heritage and natural treasures of the state.

State symbols[edit | edit source]

State flag[edit | edit source]

The Flag of Texas is known as the "Lone Star Flag" and was adopted in 1839. It features a single white star on a blue vertical stripe, with horizontal stripes of white and red.

State flower[edit | edit source]

The Bluebonnet (Lupinus texensis) was designated the state flower in 1901. It is known for its vibrant blue petals and is commonly found in the spring.

State bird[edit | edit source]

The Northern Mockingbird (Mimus polyglottos) was chosen as the state bird in 1927. It is known for its ability to mimic the songs of other birds.

State tree[edit | edit source]

The Pecan tree (Carya illinoinensis) was declared the state tree in 1919. The pecan is native to Texas and produces the state's official nut.

State mammal[edit | edit source]

Texas has three state mammals:

The Texas Longhorn (large mammal) was designated in 1995.
The Nine-banded Armadillo (small mammal) was designated in 1995.
The Mexican Free-tailed Bat (flying mammal) was designated in 1995.

State insect[edit | edit source]

The Monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) was designated the state insect in 1995. It is known for its long migrations from North America to central Mexico.

State fish[edit | edit source]

The Guadalupe bass (Micropterus treculii) was designated the state fish in 1989. It is native to the Guadalupe River and other central Texas waterways.

State reptile[edit | edit source]

The Texas horned lizard (Phrynosoma cornutum) was designated the state reptile in 1993. It is known for its distinctive horns and ability to squirt blood from its eyes as a defense mechanism.

State dish[edit | edit source]

Chili con carne was designated the state dish in 1977. It is a spicy stew containing chili peppers, meat, and often tomatoes and beans.

State fruit[edit | edit source]

The Texas Red Grapefruit was designated the state fruit in 1993. It is known for its sweet and tangy flavor.

State gemstone[edit | edit source]

The Texas Blue Topaz was designated the state gemstone in 1969. It is found primarily in the Llano Uplift region.

State motto[edit | edit source]

The state motto of Texas is "Friendship," adopted in 1930. It reflects the state's name, which is derived from the Caddo word "tejas," meaning friends or allies.