Birds, fish, vegetation are indispensable elements of nature. Without these creatures, there would be no life on earth. Let's look at examples of the vivid fantasy of nature - the most beautiful birds of the Earth, which are also symbols of their countries.

It will be about those birds that have become symbols of their countries.

Peacock, India.

Peacocks are an ancient symbol of glory and immortality. This graceful bird is national symbol India. In Hinduism, peacocks are associated with Lakshmi, the goddess of good luck, kindness and beneficence. It is a great happiness to watch this beautiful bird when she spreads her tail.

Blue jay, Canada.

A very curious blue bird, with an unusual black collar around its neck. The blue jay is known for being one of the most intelligent birds.

East African crowned crane.

The bird, 3.3 feet tall, with a crown of stiff golden feathers, is the national bird of Uganda.

Dark red sunbird, Singapore.

The Crimson Sunbird is a tiny, attractive bird with a yellow rump, crimson breast, and olive belly. This cute not big bird is the national bird of Singapore.

Flamingos, Bahamas.

Also known are the Caribbean flamingo and the American flamingo. Birds live in Central America, Southern Mexico and the Caribbean. The Caribbean flamingo is the only flamingo that naturally inhabits North America. West Indian Flamingos are the national bird of the Bahamas.

Hoatzin, Guyana.

Hoatzin is the national bird of Guyana. This bird has a characteristic specific smell that scares off predators, and when danger approaches, it begins to make all kinds of loud sounds.

Cardinal bird, USA.

This bird is easy to recognize because of its bright colors warm red all over her body.

Magnificent frigate bird, Antigua and Barbuda.

The frigate bird is the national bird of the dual island nation of Antigua and Barbuda. A bird with a wingspan of about seven feet. The pouch on the chest is characteristic of males. They inflate it during mating games.

Birds - symbols different countries

Birds, fish, vegetation are indispensable elements of nature. Without these creatures, there would be no life on earth. Let's look at examples of the bright fantasy of nature - the most beautiful birds of the Earth, which are also symbols of their countries.

Peacock, India.

Peacocks are an ancient symbol of glory and immortality. This graceful bird is the national symbol of India. In Hinduism, peacocks are associated with Lakshmi, the goddess of good luck, kindness and beneficence. It is a great happiness to watch this beautiful bird as it spreads its tail.

Blue jay, Canada.

A very curious blue bird, with an unusual black collar around its neck. The blue jay is known for being one of the most intelligent birds.

East African crowned crane.

The bird, 3.3 feet tall, with a crown of stiff golden feathers, is the national bird of Uganda.

Dark red sunbird, Singapore.

The Crimson Sunbird is a tiny, attractive bird with a yellow rump, crimson breast, and olive belly. This cute little bird is the national bird of Singapore.

Flamingos, Bahamas.

Also known are the Caribbean flamingo and the American flamingo. Birds live in Central America, Southern Mexico and the Caribbean. The Caribbean flamingo is the only flamingo that naturally inhabits North America. Flamingos are the national bird of the Bahamas.

Hoatzin, Guyana.

Hoatzin is the national bird of Guyana. This bird has a characteristic specific smell that scares off predators, and when danger approaches, it begins to make all kinds of loud sounds.

Cardinal bird, USA.

This bird is easily recognizable due to its vibrant warm red hues all over its body.

Magnificent frigate bird, Antigua and Barbuda.

The frigate bird is the national bird of the dual island nation of Antigua and Barbuda. A bird with a wingspan of about seven feet. The pouch on the chest is characteristic of males. They inflate it during mating games.

Nature once created and continues to create to this day amazing creatures. Their goal is to inhabit, multiply and preserve our wonderful Earth. Birds, of course, belong to the "Earth keepers."

They decorate our world with their beauty and fill it with amazing sounds.

Some of the birds so subdued the peoples living with them on the same territory that people made the birds their national treasure and awarded them the title of “symbol of the country”.

It is about these amazing "celestials" and will be discussed.

India - Peacock

The peacock is a bird of India.

The bird, personifying immortality and greatness of glory, has become the national symbol of the state of India. The official religion, Hinduism, associates the bird with the goddess Lakshmi, who was responsible for favor and good intentions. In addition to the mythical qualities of a peacock, you can endlessly admire the beauty of its tail.

Canada - Blue Jay


The blue jay is the national bird of Canada.

The bird, which not only officially began to be called the symbol of the country, but also the image of which now adorns the national monetary unit. This feathered bird has an amazingly beautiful blue-blue plumage, and around her neck she has a black collar. The blue jay is considered one of the smartest birds on Earth.

Singapore - Sunflower


The sunbird is the bird of Singapore.

The yellow-backed sharp-tailed sunbird is the national bird of Singapore. It is also called the dark red sunflower. Sunbird is an unusual small bird with bright plumage. The bird is called a nectary, because its main food is the nectar of flowers.

Uganda - Crowned Crane


The crowned crane is a bird of the state of Uganda.

A graceful and long-legged bird, called the crowned crane, has won the hearts of the people of Uganda. Its majestic posture and a crown of fine feathers on its head give this bird a truly royal look. As if nature itself created it to make it a national bird.

Guyana - Hoatzin


The hoatzin is the national bird of Guyana.

The South American state of Guyana has recognized it as its national bird. This bird looks like a multi-colored tropical chicken, capable of emitting very unpleasant odors to scare off enemies.

Bahamas - Flamingos


Flamingos are the symbol of the Bahamas.

Bahamas chose one of the most beautiful birds on Earth as their national bird. Amazing pink tones in the plumage of this bird are given by carotene, the abundance of which is distinguished by food. Flamingos are beautiful and graceful birds, they really deserve to become the national symbol of the country.

Antigua and Barbuda - Magnificent Frigate


The magnificent frigatebird is the bird of Antigua and Barbuda.

The islands of Antigua and Barbuda have chosen the magnificent frigate as their bird. This bird is distinguished by its contrasting black-and-red plumage and the pouch on the breast of males, which in mating season inflates like a balloon. A feature of the frigate bird is the inability to walk on the ground due to short legs.

And here are some more national birds of different countries.


The bare-throated ringer is the national bird of Paraguay.
The green pheasant is the bird of Japan.
The Royal Amazon is the national bird of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.

The Siamese lofur is the symbol of Thailand.

Photos are taken from the Internet.

South America includes 12 independent countries and overseas territories of France and Great Britain. This is a picturesque continent huge amount historical monuments and a multitude of birds that are not found on other continents. Most South American countries have an animal or bird that is recognized as a national symbol.

This huge black bird has been chosen as the national symbol in a number of South American countries, including Bolivia, Ecuador, Peru and Argentina. The Andean condor plays a special role in the folklore and mythology of the Andean people. Like moose, okapi and giraffe, this bird is a representative of a monotypic genus. Basically, the Andean condor is found in open, non-forested areas located at an altitude of up to 5000 meters.

The head and neck of this majestic bird is devoid of plumage, which minimizes the risk of infectious infections. These parts of the body may turn red depending on emotional state birds. Males can be distinguished by the presence of a large dark red crest and wrinkled skin around the neck. Females are usually slightly fewer males, but harder. They have a large wingspan.

You can distinguish the Andean condor from the similar California relative by the collar of white feathers around the neck. The condor takes off with difficulty, but prefers to rise to considerable heights and soars in the air. In captivity, these birds can live up to a hundred years.

puma and jaguar

The cougar is the national animal of Argentina. This graceful predator is found in all major climatic regions. Depending on the region, this animal is called mountain lion, puma or mountain cat.

The last definition is related to appearance an animal that looks more like a large domestic cat than a real lion. The cougar preys on various ungulates, stalking its prey from an ambush.

In Guyana and Brazil, the jaguar is considered a national symbol from the world of fauna. This animal plays a huge role in the ecosystem of its range, so its extermination can lead to a strong change in the environment.

The jaguar also belongs to the umbrella species, so its protection also implies the protection of a number of other inhabitants. More than 80 species of animals can become prey for this predator.

vicuña and alpaca

This animal is a national symbol. The fine wool of the vicuña is very valuable, considering that a haircut can be done every 2-3 years. These animals live in the Andes at an altitude of 3200 to 4800 meters.

Because the vicuña lives in thin air mountain Andes, she has a heart that is 50% larger than that of animals with a similar weight. Another unique feature of this alpine animal is its constantly growing incisors.

The alpaca is recognized as the national symbol of Bolivia. Like the vicuña, it is bred for woolen yarn, which is knitted or woven into warm clothes. These animals have long been domesticated, and now it is difficult to meet wild alpacas.

Although the alpaca is similar to the llama, it is still small enough to be used as a beast of burden. Therefore, they are grown exclusively for meat and wool, which is very valuable, and therefore often becomes the main prey of smugglers.

Pampas fox and South Andean deer

The pampas fox is the national symbol of Paraguay. This fox lives in open areas, on grassy plains. Its fur is predominantly gray with a reddish tint on the head and neck, and a black stripe runs along the ridge. The tail of this fox is long, with thick hair and black tips. Black markings are also found on the hind legs.

The national symbol of Chile is the South Andean deer, one of two endangered species of deer found in the Andes. In summer, these animals live on high altitudes, and in winter descend into sheltered forest valleys. These deer are medium in size, have a hunched thick body and short legs. Thick wool provides these animals with reliable protection from cold and moisture. This species of deer is listed in the Red Book. Their only enemy is the puma.

Red-bellied Thrush and Hoatzin

The red-bellied thrush is recognized as one of the national birds of Brazil. There are 12 subspecies of this bird, which differ from each other in color. In winter, the red-bellied thrush migrates north to the tropics, and with the onset warm weather in temperate zone Southern Brazil returns to his homeland. This bird can be found both in cities and in rural areas. The main food of the red-bellied thrush is coconuts, oranges, papaya and insects. The life expectancy of this bird is 25-30 years.

The hoatzin is the national bird of Guyana. The Europeans gave it the name "stink bird" because of the specific smell of meat. The hoatzin has a bizarre appearance, a pointed crest, bright plumage and the most unpleasant odor that arises from the specifics of the digestion of food in the goiter.

This bird is found in Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay, where it is recognized as a national symbol. The bare-throated bell ringer is distributed mainly in subtropical or tropical lowlands, as well as in humid tropical mountain forests.

The male has a snow-white body with a bright turquoise mark in the throat area. Females and chicks also have a light or olive green body and a black head. The name "ringer" comes from the sharp cries of males, which are issued in order to attract females. The sound emitted is like a hammer hitting an anvil or a bell.

Andean cock-of-the-rock, red stovepiper and troupial

The Andean Rock Cockerel is a medium-sized bird that lives in the Andean rocky forests at an altitude of 500 to 2400 meters. She is the national symbol of Peru. Males can be distinguished by the presence of a large disc-shaped crest and scarlet or bright orange plumage. The females are predominantly brown. The tail and wings of these birds are black. Andean rock cockerels feed mainly on fruits and insects.

The red stovepiper is a rusty-colored bird that is the national symbol of Argentina and Uruguay. The name "stove" is associated with the complex structures of nests that these birds build from clay. The red stovepiper is a large bird with a square tail, red-brown plumage and a light throat. They feed in the main forest, but are often found near human dwellings.

The common colored troupial is the national symbol of Venezuela. In total, there are more than 25 types of troupials. These are rather large birds with a long tail. Feature appearance- a sharp contrast between the dark head and neck and the body of a bright lemon or orange color, with a small white stripe along the wings.