California
Golden State
Capital: Sacramento
Land area: 155,973 sq mi (403,970 sq km) (3rd largest state)
Population (1998 census, est.): 32,666,550
Entered Union: Sept. 9, 1850 (31st state)
Flower: Golden poppy
Bird: California valley quail
Tree: California redwoods Sequoia sempervirens
Song: "I Love You, California"
Animal: California grizzly bear
Fish: California golden trout
Colors: Blue and gold
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