Alaska by Gemmavieve Kelso

State Flower

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The state flower of Alaska is Forget-me-not. It grows in mountain meadows and has a sweet scent.

State Bird

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The Willow Ptarmigan is the state bird of Alaska. They are closely related to Grouse and Pheasants.

State Nickname

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A common nickname for Alaska is " Land of the Midnight Sun ". It is also known as the " The Last Frontier ".

State Flag

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The flag of Alaska was created by Benny Benson in a flag competition.

State Tree

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The Sitka spruce is a tall, slender tree that can be found on Alaskan coastlines. It's also the largest spruce in the world.

Famous People From Alaska

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Bob Ross is a famous painter who died July 4th, 1995.

Slogan

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"North to the Future" has been the Alaska state slogan since 1967.

Wildlife

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Some of Alaska's wildlife include: black bears, moose, Dall sheep, wolves, caribou, and polar bears in the colder northern regions. They also have marine animals such as humpback whales, orcas, and gray whales.

Major Industries

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Alaska's two major industries are fishing and tourism. In 2022, Alaska's GDP was $63.62 billion.

State Population

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Alaska's state population is 733,406 as of 2023.

Geographic Landmark

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One of Alaska's most famous geographic landmarks is Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve. It is filled with fjords, temperate rainforests, and wild coastlines.

Scenic Attractions

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aurora ice museum.