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National Emblems
Questions about emblems such as flags, coats-of-arms, or any other other national symbols such as animals or trees.
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The national bird of Mexico is the Crested Caracara (Caracara plancus). Not to be confused with the Mexican Golden Eagle (Aquila chrysaetos), which is found on the Mexican flag and coat of arms.
What country does the dragonfly represent?
Japan is the country that the dragonfly represents. The word for dragonfly serves as a homophone whose sound is the same as the word for "victory" in Japanese. The insect in question (Odonata order of damselflies and dragonflies) will call to mind autumn, samurai and summer in the Japanese archipelago.
Why is the American flag backwards on soldiers shoulders?
The flag is not really 'backwards' on their shoulders, the flag is 'flying' forward as they move forward. Note also it is only worn on the right shoulder.
"The U.S. flag embroidered insignia is worn so that the star field faces forward, or to the flags' own right. When worn in this manner, the flag is facing to the observers right and gives the effect of the flag flying in the breeze as the wearer moves forward." per military code.
What is England's national bird?
England does not have a national bird.
In the 1960s, in a vote publicised by The Times newspaper, the European Robin was adopted as the unofficial national bird of the UK. The Robin was then used as a symbol of a Bird Protection Society.
What does the symbol on the Mexican flag mean?
An eagle holding a snake in its beak perched on a cactus plant was the symbol, based on legend, that the Aztecs looked for when finding the location to build their "sacred" city. They apparently found this site one day and built Tenochtitlan. This city was conquered and eventually destroyed by Hernan Cortez, a Spanish explorer/conqueror. The city was rebuilt and is now called Mexico City.
Interesting fact. At the time it was destroyed, Tenochtitlan was one of the largest cities in the world. Modern day Mexico City is once again one of the largest cities in the world.
What flowers are native to China?
China does not have an "official" national flower, but the tree peony can be regarded as a national favorite. The tree peony (mudan) received the most votes in a survey conducted in 1994 in every district in China asking people to select a National Flower -- a high honor for the peony in a country that loves flowers.
What is the national bird of Peru?
The Andean Cock-of-the-rock (Rupicola peruvianus) is the national bird of Peru.
What is the national animal of Brazil?
Its the Thrush or better known in there language as the Sabiá-laranjeira
What is the national flower of Scotland?
The thistle... There is a delightful wee poem by High McDiarmid:
'The rose of all the world is not for me;
I want for my part
Only the little white rose of Scotland
Which smells so sharp and sweet
And breaks the heart.'
(Done from memory).
What is the national animal of Belize?
The national animal of Belize is the tapir, also known as mountain cow.
What is the actual size of huge flag in Cancun Mexico?
In 1999, Mexican President Ernesto Zedillo started a program erecting giant flags across the country. Directed by the Secretariat of National Defense, the "banderas monumentales" (monumental flags) were placed in various cities and spots, most of which are of great significance to the nation. The decree also stipulated for the flags to measure 14.3 meters by 25 meters (47 x 82 feet), which are raised on flag poles that are 50 meters (164 feet) high.
