What is the national animal of your country?

**wvwvw** · 08-22-2018, 02:10 PM

If all countries had to have an animal on their flags, what animal would this be for your country?

Did You Know That Greece’s National Animal Is The Dolphin?

That’s right: the dolphin, a friendly marine creature, is the symbol used to represent Greece – a fact unknown to many. And while it is unclear as to how the dolphin was chosen, a look at mythological and ancient beliefs may help in understanding why.

Today, the country is home to four dolphin species which can sometimes be spotted while on a ferry ride to a Greek island, so take a look the next time you get a chance.

Did You Know That Scotland's National Animal Is The Unicorn?

The mythical creature has long been a symbol of purity, healing, and, interestingly enough, of Scotland. On British Coats of Arms, as in this statue, the Lion symbolizes England, and the Unicorn embodies Scotland.

Did You Know That Croatia’s National Animal Is The Marten?

Marta is national animal of Croatia. Small-headed mustelid, long tail and soft, thick brown hair with a yellow or white spot on the throat, which feeds on birds, eggs and rodents; lives in the forests of Europe and is highly prized for its skin. The name of Kuna, the monetary unit of the Republic of Croatia comes from the Croatian word for marten, whose pelts were used as a means of trade, that is, functioned as money.

Did You Know That France’s National Animal Is The Rooster?

The Gallic rooster (French: le coq gaulois, the Gallic cock) is an unofficial national symbol of France as a nation, as opposed to Marianne representing France as a State, and its values: the Republic. The rooster is also the symbol of the Wallonia region and the French Community of Belgium.