Plants:
* Trees: Mississippi has a variety of tree species, including oak, hickory, maple, bald cypress, and tupelo. Some areas of the state are also home to pine forests.
* Flowers: The state is known for its wildflowers, including azaleas, dogwoods, and magnolias. In the spring, Mississippi is ablaze with color as these wildflowers bloom.
* Grasses: The Mississippi Delta is home to some of the most fertile soil in the world, and it produces large quantities of corn, soybeans, cotton, and rice.
Animals:
* Mammals: Mississippi is home to a variety of mammals, including white-tailed deer, wild turkey, squirrels, rabbits, and bobcats. The state also has a small population of black bears.
* Birds: Mississippi is home to over 300 species of birds, including waterfowl, shorebirds, songbirds, and raptors. The state is a popular destination for birdwatchers, who come to see species such as the bald eagle, osprey, and wood stork.
* Reptiles and amphibians: Mississippi is home to a variety of reptiles and amphibians, including turtles, snakes, lizards, and frogs. The state is also home to the American alligator, which can be found in the swamps and marshes of the Mississippi Delta.
* Fish: The Mississippi River and its tributaries are home to a variety of fish, including catfish, bass, crappie, and bluegill. The state's coastal waters are also home to a variety of saltwater fish, including flounder, redfish, and trout.