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| Arizona Facts |
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The cactus wren is the official Arizona state bird. It grows seven to eight inches long and likes to build nests in the protection of thorny desert plants like the arms of the giant saguaro cactus. |
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The Castilian and Burgundian flags of Spain, the Mexican flag, the Confederate flag, and the flag of the United States have all flown over the land area that has become Arizona. |
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The Palo verde is the official Arizona state tree. Its name means green stick and it blooms a brilliant yellow-gold in April or May. |
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