East Tennessee Flora & Fauna

5. A spring wildflower with white petals and a red sap used in herbal medicine.
6. A venomous snake with a distinctive copper-colored head, found in wooded areas.
10. A slow-moving reptile with a domed shell, often seen in wooded areas.
12. A large game bird that roams forests and fields in East Tennessee.
13. Bright red bird often seen in backyards, Tennessee's state bird.
15. A medicinal plant highly sought after in Appalachian forests.
16. An edible wild mushroom commonly found in East Tennessee.
17. A small, amphibious creature, East Tennessee is home to the most species in the U.S.

1. Playful aquatic mammal found in Tennessee rivers and streams.
2. A flowering shrub with pink or purple blooms, thriving in the Smokies.
3. A stealthy wild feline with tufted ears, native to the region.
4. A nocturnal bird of prey with a call that sounds like 'Who cooks for you?'
7. Adopted as the state flower in 1933. The flower has been a part of Tennessees culture for centuries and has been used in ceremonies, decor, and artwork. It is a symbol of hope, new beginnings, loyalty, faithfulness, and friendship.
8. A tree with vibrant red leaves in the fall, common in East Tennessee forests.
9. A tall conifer with long, soft needles, once heavily logged in the region.
11. Large omnivorous mammal commonly found in the Great Smoky Mountains.
14. Also known as the yellow poplar, this tall tree produces tulip-like flowers.