Illinois State Animals

Illinois State Amphibian

Learn about the fascinating eastern tiger salamander. See pictures, and learn about ecology, indentification, and threats.
Source: The Center for Reptile and Amphibian Conservation and Management

Illinois State Amphibian (Eastern Tiger Salamander)
This has good information on the eastern tiger salamader. The window will appear as a pop-up source rather than a link.
Source: National Wildlife Federation

Illinois State Animal

This colorful wildlife guide has large photos for your report and easy to read information on the white-tailed deer.
Source: New Hampshire Public Library

Illinois State Animal (White-tailed Deer)
This has good information on the white-tailed deer. The window will appear as a pop-up source rather than a link.
Source: National Wildlife Federation

Illinois State Bird

This site has beautifully colored large photos and great information on the cardinal.
Source: New Hampshire Public Television

Illinois State Bird and Flower Coloring Page
These wonderfully detailed coloring page makes your state report easier and more beautiful. Print and color it.
Source: Friends Across America

Illinois State Bird (Northern Cardinal)
This has good information on the northern cardinal. The window will appear as a pop-up source rather than a link.
Source: National Wildlife Federation

Illinois State Fish

Learn about the location, spawning, and fishing techniques for the bluegill. Click on “Click here to see bluegill pictures” on the right side, for great large photographs for your report.
Source: Lake-link

Illinois State Fish (The Symbol)
Learn about the habitat and destinctive characteristics of the bluegill. Also, find the date it was selected.
Source: Illinois State Museum

Illinois State Fish (Bluegill)
This has good information on the bluegill. The window will appear as a pop-up source rather than a link.
Source: National Wildlife Federation

Illinois State Insect

This site has fantastic photographs of monarch butterflies and tons of easy-to-use information.
Source: New Hampshire Public Television

Ilinois State Insect (Coloring Page)
Color-in this beautiful coloring page for a wonderful addition to you report.
Source: National Geographic

Illinois State Insect (Monarch Butterfly)
This has good information on the monarch butterfly. The window will appear as a pop-up source rather than a link.
Source: National Wildlife Federation

Illinois State Reptile

This beautiful guide has huge photographs and all sorts of helpful information, including their predators and prey, their distinguishing marks, and their relationship to humans.
Source:Fairfax County Public Schools

Illinois State Reptile (Painted Turtle)
This has good information on the painted turtle. The window will appear as a pop-up source rather than a link.
Source: National Wildlife Federation