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flag Florida lawmakers advance bill to make flamingo state bird, citing its comeback and symbolic value.

flag Florida lawmakers are advancing a bill to make the flamingo the state bird, marking its strongest progress yet after clearing multiple committees. flag Supporters say the flamingo better represents Florida’s environmental recovery and cultural identity, especially after populations rebounded in the Everglades and Indian River Lagoon due to conservation efforts. flag Once nearly extinct in the state due to hunting and habitat loss, flamingos gained popularity in the 1930s through tourism marketing. flag While the northern mockingbird has been the official state bird for nearly a century, advocates argue the flamingo’s vibrant image and symbolic return align with Florida’s natural spirit. flag The bill now heads to the State Affairs Committee, with final action expected in the 2026 legislative session.

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