The NC State Bird is the Cardinal. Cardinals are also called " red birds ". Only the males are vibrant red. They are active songbirds. They join flocks of other species of birds.
The NC State Dog is the Plott Hound. Plotts are powerful and well- muscled. They like to hunt big game. Plotts are used for coonhunting. They also like to please you.
The NC State Mammal is the Gray Squirrel. The Squirrel weighs up to one -one and one forth pounds. They like to live in sweet gum trees. They also like gardens.
The NC State Flower is the Dogwood. They are also called Cornus Flordia. They spread about 20 feet. They are as tall as 30 feet. Their petals are leaves.
The NC State colors are Red White and Blue. They are used in the U.S. flag. Red means blood,war,and courage. Blue means justice and freedom. White stands for purity.