California State Flag - Official Design and Symbolism #3887185 (License: Personal Use)

This image shows the official design of the California state flag, which includes a left-facing grizzly bear in motion, rendered in shades of brown with textured fur detail, and a prominent red five-pointed star above it on a white field. The bear represents strength and resilience, while the star echoes the Lone Star of the 1836 Texas Republic and the 1846 Bear Flag Revolt. Though not visible here, the full flag also includes the words “California Republic” in red below the bear.

Used on government websites, educational resources, historical exhibits, and civic materials to represent the state of California; matches user intent for learning about state symbols, flag history, or visual identification.