State symbols

Minnesota state symbols are designated by law. Selected state symbols are listed below.

Bee: Rusty patched bumble bee

Bird: Common loon

Butterfly: Monarch

Fish: Walleye

Flower: Showy lady's slipper

Fruit: Honeycrisp apple

Gemstone: Lake Superior agate

Grain: Wild rice

Tree: Red pine (also referred to as Norway pine)

For a full list of state symbols, please visit the Minnesota Legislative Reference Library page.

Download or order our Minnesota's Official State Symbols poster.

(Reviewed May 2022)

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