What is the National Flower of Trinidad?
Chaconia
The National Flower, the Chaconia, (Warszewiczia Coccinea), called “Wild Poinsetta” or “Pride of Trinidad and Tobago” is a flaming red forest flower of the family Rubianceae. The title is in honour of the last Spanish Governor of Trinidad and Tobago, Don Jose Maria Chacon.
What are the National birds of Trinidad and Tobago?
The Scarlet Ibis (Eudocimus ruber) The Scarlet Ibis is the national bird of Trinidad. Brilliant scarlet in colour, these birds are of times mistaken for flamingoes.
What are four national symbols of Trinidad and Tobago?
THE NATIONAL FLAG.
What are the two symbols of Trinidad and Tobago?
The National Emblems of Trinidad and Tobago are the Coat of Arms, the National Flag and the National Flower (the Double Chaconia).
Is the Hummingbird a national bird of Trinidad?
This page js about helping to get the hummingbird better recognized as a national bird of Trinidad and Tobago – The Land of the Hummingbird. Indeed, the hummingbird is the premier national symbol of the country and the most used of all national symbols.
What does the National Flower of Trinidad and Tobago represent?
The name Chaconia was given to it in honour of the last and most progressive Spanish governor of Trinidad and Tobago, Don Jose Maria Chacon. As an indigenous flower it has witnessed our entire history. It can therefore be said to represent the imperishability of life and the continuity of our nation.
How many national birds are there?
99 national birds There are 196 countries around the world, and almost half of them have chosen a “national bird” at some point.
What is the name of the National Bird?
National birds
| Country | Name of bird | Official status |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | European robin | No |
| United States | Bald eagle | Yes |
| Uruguay | Southern lapwing | No |
| Venezuela | Venezuelan troupial | Yes |
What does Trinidad motto mean?
Together we aspire; together we achieve
Inscribed on the motto scroll are the words: “Together we aspire; together we achieve,” which speaks for itself and promotes harmony in diversity for national achievement.
What is Guyana’s motto?
One People, One Nation, One Destiny
Guyana
| Co-operative Republic of Guyana | |
|---|---|
| Motto: “One People, One Nation, One Destiny” | |
| Anthem: “Dear Land of Guyana, of Rivers and Plains” 0:54 | |
| Location of Guyana (green) in South America (grey) | |
| Capital and largest city | Georgetown 6°46′N 58°10′W |
What bird is on the Trinidad 100 bill?
the Bird of Paradise
See-through feature – When the banknote is held against the light an image of the Bird of Paradise will be seen. You will observe an engraved rosette printed behind the bird.