The American goldfinch is also the state bird of Iowa and New Jersey (both refer to the American goldfinch as the "eastern goldfinch"). read more
Iowa designated the eastern goldfinch (Carduelis tristis) as the official state bird in 1933. Also called American goldfinch or wild canary, the eastern goldfinch is found throughout Iowa and often stays through the winter months. read more
Official state symbols, emblems, and icons of Iowa - places to see in Iowa - landmarks, parks, historic markers, cities and towns - learn the culture and history of Iowa! read more
Having three vertical stripes blue, white and red the Iowa flag resembles the flag of France. On the white stripe is a bald eagle carrying a blue streamer in its beak. The state motto "Our Liberties We Prize, and Our Rights We will Maintain" is written on the streamer. read more