Welcome to the wonderful world of Ohio animals! Do you know what the state animal and bird of Ohio are? The state animal is the beautiful white-tailed deer. It has a reddish-brown coat in summer and grey in the winter, with a fluffy white tail. Can you guess why it's named so? That's right! When it senses danger, it raises and flashes its white tail like a flag. This deer loves to munch on leaves, twigs, fruits, and nuts. Next, meet Ohio's state bird, the red cardinal. It is a bright red bird with a distinctive crest on its head. Females are tan with hints of red on their wings and tail. Do you know what these birds love to eat? They feast on seeds, grains, and insects! Lastly, let's meet the longest snake in Ohio, the black rat snake. It can grow up to 8 feet long! Don't worry, it's not poisonous. This snake is a great climber and helps control the rodent population by eating rats and mice. Isn't it amazing to learn about these unique Ohio animals?