The Land
Michigan is teeming with thick evergreen and deciduous forests. Water surrounds you everywhere you go, whether it be a pond, river, lake, or even dew drops. The flat land and frequent rains make it ideal for agriculture, while allowing it to sustain industry.
The Climate
The climate in Michigan is like that of any temperate zone country. Five months of warmth and seven months of heavy snows and piercing winds. Add abundant freshwater into the scene... and you have Michigan.
Plants & Animals
In this land of abundance, animals that can rarely be found in other states can be seen often here. Most creatures (that live in cold habitats) can be found in Michigan. You will find:
- Robins, Sparrows, Cardinals, even Blue Jays
- Squirrels, Chipmunks, and Opossums
- Deer, Rabbits, and Moose
- Wolves and Coyotes
And in the water, you shall find:
- Largemouth and smallmouth basses
- Catfish
- Trout
- And Salmon (Atlantic, Chinook, Coho, and Pink)
Major Cities
Michigan has several major cities, each with its own vibrant culture and history. Those include:
- Detroit
- Grand Rapids
- Lansing
- Ann Arbor
Out of these, Detroit is the largest and most famous city in Michigan. Right by it is Dearborn, where the famous inventor and businessman, Henry Ford, was born. The capital city is Lansing. And Ann Arbor is where the University of Michigan is located.
State Demographics
Michigan has a population of almost 10 million people as of 2019. (This presentation was made in 2021.) The racial makeup in Michigan is as the pie chart on the left shows. In 2010, 78.9% people were white, 14.2% were black, and the rest of the population consisted of Asian people, Indigenous people, or people of more than one race, with Asian being the largest of the three I just mentioned.
Tourist Attractions
There's many things to see in Michigan. From the memorable Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear sand dunes to Mackinac Island and its iconic bridge to the beautiful Belle Isle Park in the Detroit River. These, along with more, represent the diversity of fun and culture in Michigan.
Significant Industries
Michigan has several industries, especially the automobile industry. (No wonder it's a part of the Industrial Midwest.) Here are the major ones:
- Automobiles
- Agribusiness
- Medical Devices
- Composite Materials
Colleges and Universities
Two great colleges call Michigan home: the University of Michigan and Michigan State University. The University of Michigan is located in Ann Arbor, and MSU is in Lansing. UMich has a ranking of #23 in national ranking, whereas MSU has a ranking of about #50 - #83. These rankings can vary, though.
Michigan's Symbols
Here are Michigan's State Symbols, as said here:
- State Tree: White Pine
- State Flower: Apple Blossom
- State Wildflower: Dwarf Lake Iris
- State Bird: American Robin
- State Fish: Brook Trout
- State Game Mammal: White-tailed Deer
- State Reptile: Painted Turtle