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What is the State of Ohio's State Bird?

From Rarity to Emblem: The Cardinal's Journey to Becoming Ohio's State Bird

Correct Answer: B) Cardinal

In 1933, the cardinal was designated as Ohio's state bird by the Ohio General Assembly. Known scientifically as Cardinalis cardinalis, cardinals were not commonly found in Ohio during the initial European settlements in the late 1600s. At that time, the state was predominantly covered with forests, constituting about 95% of its terrain, which was less suitable for the cardinal species. However, as these forests were gradually cleared, the altered landscape became more hospitable for the birds. By the late 19th century, cardinals had widely adapted to the new environmental conditions and were prevalent throughout Ohio.