"Forward"
by Daniel M. Maywhort

Wisconsin, also known as the Badger state has been part of the United States of America for 156 years. The 30th state of the U.S. is known widely for its state symbols. Wisconsin is known for the badger, its famous badger has earned Wisconsin the nickname “Badger State.” However, Wisconsin is mostly known for cheese. Wisconsin is recognized for many symbols, its song, the animals, and its plants are only the beginning. Here is a list of Wisconsin State Symbols.

State Symbols

Animal: Badger
Domesticated Animal: Dairy Cow
Wildlife Animal: White-Tailed Deer
Motto: “Forward”
Nickname: “Badger State”
Tree: Sugar Maple
Rock: Red Granite
Bird: Robin
Fish: Muskellunge
Song: “On Wisconsin”
Insect: Honeybee
Beverage: Milk
Dance: Polka
Flower: Wood Violet
Fossil: Trilobite
Grain: Corn
Symbol of Peace: Mourning Dove
Soil: Antigo Silt Loam

Wisconsin Great Seal