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Jim Mooney Campaigns to Make Flamingo Florida's State Bird

1/20/2026

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Jim Mooney, a Republican, is campaigning to designate the flamingo as Florida's state bird.
He distributed flamingo lapel pins and prints of flamingo artwork to 119 state legislators to build support.
During his testimony, he wore a pink shirt, pink pocket square, and a flamingo-themed tie to underscore his commitment.

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Story summary

Jim Mooney, a Republican, is campaigning to designate the flamingo as Florida's state bird.
He distributed flamingo lapel pins and prints of flamingo artwork to 119 state legislators to build support.
During his testimony, he wore a pink shirt, pink pocket square, and a flamingo-themed tie to underscore his commitment.