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State Coat of Arms: Finalized in 1881, the Coat of Arms contains symbols that represent the diversity, wealth and abundance of resources in Wisconsin.
State Domesticated Animal: Dairy Cow (Bos taurus) Reflecting the importance of the dairy industry in Wisconsin's economy and heritage, the docile dairy cow became the state domesticated animal of "America's Dairyland" in 1971.
State Motto: "Forward" Reflecting Wisconsin's continuous drive to be a national leader, the state adopted "Forward" as the official state motto in 1851.
State Song: "On Wisconsin!" The rhythmic and rousing beats of "On Wisconsin," already a popular football song since 1909, began filling the air as the official state song in 1959.
State Tree: Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum) With its bright yellow fall colors, and its delectable spring harvest of sweet maple sugar, the sugar maple became the state's official tree in 1949.
State Flower: Wood Violet (Viola papilionacea) Adopted as Wisconsin's official state flower on Arbor Day 1909, the wood violet's gentle green leaves and purple petals sway in the breeze reflecting Wisconsin's scenic beauty.
State Fish: Muskellunge (Esox masquinongy Mitchell) Source of many monster fish stories in the state's famed Northwoods, the "muskie" leapt into the state books as the official state fish in 1955.
State Wildlife Animal: White-tailed Deer (Odocoileus virginianus) The white-tailed deer, in all its grace and power, perked its ears as it was appointed the state wildlife animal in 1957.
State Animal: Badger (Taxidea taxus) Closely associated with Wisconsin since the territorial days, the ferocious Badger has lent its likeness to the state's coat of arms, flag, and song, and is even the proud mascot of the University of Wisconsin
State Insect: Honeybee (Apis mellifera) The state recognized the sweet contributions of the honeybee as it buzzed from blossom to blossom in 1977.
State Dog: American Water Spaniel Full of life, and always ready to spring into action for the hunt, the American water spaniel won the hearts of the citizens of Wisconsin, who selected it as the state dog in 1985.
State Dance: Polka Reflecting the rich German heritage found throughout the state, the Polka was adopted as the newest state symbol, the official state dance, in 1993.
