Welcome to our ‘Travel Resources’ where we will share interesting facts and details about Missouri.
When you and your family are ready to travel in Missouri, allow us to guide you on a great trip.
Missouri Facts
Questions | Answers |
What is Missouri’s State Capital? | Jefferson City |
How many counties does Missouri have? | 114 |
What is Missouri’s current population? | 6,186,091 (as of 2023) |
How many state parks does Missouri have? | 93 |
When did Missouri become a U.S. State? | August 10, 1821 |
What is the state animal of Missouri? | Missouri Mule |
What is the state flower of Missouri? | Hawthorn Blossom |
What is the state grass of Missouri? | Big Bluestem |
What is the state monument of Missouri? | Gateway Arch |
What is the state instrument of Missouri? | Fiddle |
What is the state mineral of Missouri? | Galena |
What is the state song of Missouri? | Missouri Waltz |
What is the state motto of Missouri? | Salus Populi Suprema Lex Esto* |
More About The Bluebird…
The eastern bluebird is a small songbird that is native to North America and spends much of the year in Missouri. It is a member of the thrush family and is named for its bright blue coloration around the head and wings.
The eastern bluebird has a dark brown back, white undersides, an orange throat and breast, and a black streak on its sides. Its wingspan ranges from 7-9 inches, and it typically weighs just under a pound.
It feeds primarily on insects, but will also eat fruits and berries. They typically live in open woodland or scrubland habitats with some grassy areas, such as abandoned fields or old pastures.
Eastern bluebirds are monogamous and nest in tree cavities or man-made nesting boxes during the spring months of April through July. They are very territorial of their nests, often chasing away other birds who approach too closely.
Eastern bluebirds migrate south for the winter months to more temperate climates before returning to Missouri in the springtime.
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