1. Aardvark
   Chinchilla
2. Beaver
   Elephant seal

Known as engineers of nature, these unique animals have flat tails. This allows them to build dams to create ponds and make their homes. Beavers were named the official state animal of New York in 1975.

1. Bobcat
   Gazelle
2. Hare
   Humpback whale

These large sea mammals use Hawaii as their home during the winter; they were recognized as the state's marine animal in 1979. A tribute marker was placed in West Maui to honor these gentle ocean giants.

1. Eastern bluebird
   Alpaca
2. Bonobo
   Dingo

A warbling whistle best describes this songbird's cal. These birds are medium in size, with blue wings and a short tail. The Eastern bluebird became Missouri's official state bird in 1927.

1. Ibis
   White-tailed deer
2. Kiwi
   Lark

The white-tailed deer has been hunted to provide people with a source of food and warmth from its skin.

1. Ocelot
   Ring-tailed cat
2. Manatee
   Numbat

This unique mammal bears a close resemblance to a fox mixed with a raccoon. It has a long tail with about 14 to 16 white and black rings around it. This nocturnal creature is carnivorous and survives on small birds, mammals and insects.

1. Eastern tiger salamander
   Quahog
2. Raven
   Sawfish

This is the largest amphibian in Illinois and became the state amphibian in 2005. It was chosen by citizens and students through an election held on the internet.

1. Chinchilla
   Flamingo
2. Jungle fowl
   Thoroughbred

The world-famous Kentucky Derby only allows thoroughbreds to run on its tracks. It is fitting then, that the state's official animal is the thoroughbred horse. This animal is celebrated for its speed, beauty and endurance.

1. Scallop
   Elephant seal
2. Nine-banded armadillo
   Hare

Designated as the official small state mammal of Texas in 1995, the nine-banded armadillo has a bony outer shell which is scaled, giving it adequate protection from predators.

1. Aardvark
   Red fox
2. Bonobo
   Gazelle

Like a dog but more dangerous, these omnivorous animals often utilize abandoned woodchuck dens or badger burrows as their homes during the winter.

1. Northern flicker
   Bobcat
2. Umbrella bird
   Parakeet

The northern flicker became Alabama's state bird in 1927 and is also referred to as the Yellowhammer. Although it's a woodpecker, this bird chooses to forage from the ground in search of seeds, nuts, insects and berries.

1. Alpaca
   Ocelot
2. Cardinal
   Ibis

This songbird sings year-round and can be recognized by it ‘purty purty,' ‘cheer, cheer, cheer' and ‘whit-chew' whistles.

1. Kiwi
   Manatee
2. Lark
   Sperm whale

Now on the federal endangered species list, the sperm whale has played a major role in Connecticut's history. Fun fact: this whale has the largest brain of any animal, reaching weights of 20 pounds and sometimes more.

1. Desert bighorn sheep
   Dingo
2. Numbat
   Viper

With the ability to go long periods without drinking water, the desert bighorn sheep makes the rocky grounds of the Nevada desert its home.

1. Appaloosa
   Quahog
2. Chinchilla
   Tapir

Distinguished by its spotted pattern, this state horse is currently one of the more popular breeds in America. Appaloosa horses come in a variety of color patterns, including leopard, snowflake and varnish.

1. Gazelle
   Flamingo
2. Elephant seal
   Roadrunner

The roadrunner, which became New Mexico's state bird in 1949, can reach speeds of 15 miles per hour. This bird is capable of flight, but it spends the majority of its time on the ground. It survives on a diet of rodents, scorpions, tarantulas and small birds.

1. Raven
   Moose
2. Bonobo
   Scallop

This mammal is the largest member of the deer family. Moose have heavy bodies with long legs, dewlap chins, small tails and drooping noses.

1. Ocelot
   Orca
2. Aardvark
   Raven

Orcas are toothed whales that have a black and white color pattern. Using a variety of techniques, these whales hunt in operational groups or pods and hunt everything from sea lions to sharks.

1. American buffalo
   Bobcat
2. Jungle fowl
   Parakeet

Recognized as the state mammal of Kansas since 1955, the American buffalo can weigh up to 2,000 pounds and is the largest land animal in North America.

1. Dingo
   Ibis
2. Hare
   Loon

Known for their cries and wails, these large black and white birds have red eyes and are great underwater swimmers. Loons are high-speed flyers with a wingspan of up to five feet.

1. Flamingo
   Alpaca
2. Dairy cow
   Kiwi

Wisconsin's official state animal is none other than the dairy cow, which is fitting because it produces the most dairy in the country. The milk from these cows is used in the production of ice cream, cheese, butter and consumed as a beverage.

1. Elephant seal
   Eastern goldfinch
2. Manatee
   Chinchilla

The male goldfinch has a brilliant yellow body, while the female has a toned-down olive body. These birds have a diet that consists of flowers, such as sunflowers, primroses, ragweed and dandelions.

1. Umbrella bird
   Northern mockingbird
2. Lark
   Numbat

Extremely vocal, the mockingbird was chosen as the state animal of Arkansas in 1929. It has the ability to sing more than 200 songs, inclusive of songs of other birds and the sounds of insects.

1. Grey fox
   Gazelle
2. Quahog
   Tapir

This fox has the ability to run at speeds of 28 miles per hour and is the only member of the canid family with the ability to climb trees. This primitive species is thought to be between 7 to 10 million years old.

1. Western meadowlark
   Bonobo
2. Jungle fowl
   Kiwi

In 1931, Montana chose the western meadowlark as its official state bird. These birds have pointed bills, yellow cheeks, black and white striped heads, and a black ‘V' on their breasts.

1. Viper
   Raven
2. Bobcat
   Black bear

Adult male black bears can weigh between 250 to 400 pounds. These mammals are highly secretive and intelligent animals. Louisiana black bears are not predatory animals; rather, they survive on a diet of mainly acorns and berries.

1. Aardvark
   Ibis
2. Coyote
   Alpaca

This animal can be found in great numbers in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Coyotes have distinct sounds that they use to communicate with their pups and other adult coyotes.

1. Ocelot
   Dingo
2. Dolphin
   Flamingo

Considered to be among the most highly intelligent animals, Dolphins utilize complex communication methods and have intricate social systems. These animals were adopted as the state saltwater mammal of Florida in 1975.

1. Wild turkey
   Scallop
2. Manatee
   Elephant seal

A wild male turkey, also known as a 'Tom,' strives to mate with as many females as possible; Toms can grow to be over 20 pounds.

1. Quahog
   Chinchilla
2. Parakeet
   Horned lizard

Growing to about 3-5 inches in length, the horned lizard has an intimidating look with its horned exterior. However, this reptile is very docile. When threatened, the horned lizard will freeze and flatten its body in an attempt to blend with the ground.

1. Umbrella bird
   Numbat
2. Maine coon
   Jungle fowl

These cats are tall, muscular breeds with bushy tails and water-resistant coats. On average, a male Maine coon can grow between 13 to 18 pounds while the female can get up to 9 to 12 pounds. These cats are perfectly suited for the harsh winters in Maine, having luxurious coats and tufted feet.

1. Gazelle
   Grizzly bear
2. Bonobo
   Kiwi

This state animal is honored on the state flag of California and was designated as its official animal in 1953. However, it is rumored that the last grizzly bear was killed in 1922 in Tulare County.

1. Elk
   Hare
2. Lark
   Alpaca

Members of the deer family, Elk are prized for their hide and meat. These animals enjoy a diet of mainly grass, berries, mushrooms and wildflowers.

1. Aardvark
   Dingo
2. Red-spotted newt
   Ibis

Found throughout New Hampshire, this state animal ranges in color from olive to brown and has red spots on its back. Adult red-spotted newts are commonly found in water bodies like shallow lakes and ponds.

1. Tapir
   Bobcat
2. Robin
   Raven

Made the official state bird in 1931, the Robin is an exceptionally vocal animal; its sounds include a ‘tut' and ‘whinny' calls. This common and widespread thrush can be found in backyards and on front lawns pulling up earthworms.

1. Flamingo
   Ocelot
2. Monarch butterfly
   Quahog

This state animal ingests toxins from the milkweed plant, making it poisonous to predators. The annual migration of the monarch butterfly usually starts in October.

1. Manatee
   Chinchilla
2. Elephant seal
   Horse

The horse became the state animal of New Jersey in 1977 and is seen as a vital staple in the economic growth of the state. Horses contribute to the farming and racing industry and the preservation of green acres in New Jersey.

1. Parakeet
   Rocky mountain bighorn sheep
2. Numbat
   Lark

These animals thrive in the rugged terrains of Colorado and were given their name after their enormous curling horns. It is curently illegal to hunt, wound or kill these animals, except as stipulated by the law.

1. Diamond terrapin
   Bonobo
2. Jungle fowl
   Ibis

This is the only turtle in North America that spends its life in brackish waters. The diamondback terrapin consumes snails, crabs, fish and marine plants and hibernates underwater in mud during the winter.

1. Gazelle
   Alpaca
2. Raccoon
   Hare

Raccoons are comfortable living in deeply wooded areas as well as urban areas. Tennessee raccoons can grow between 30 to 38 inches long and weigh between 12 to 25 pounds

1. Dingo
   Flamingo
2. Right whale
   Aardvark

This is the only great whale native to Georgia; it became the state's marine mammal in 1985. Hunting this whale has been illegal for more than 100 years.