📌 Note: “Notional animal” is likely a typo or misheard version of “national animal.” There’s no formal concept of a “notional animal” in zoology or symbolism.
National Animal of India: The Royal Bengal Tiger
- Scientific Name: Panthera tigris tigris
- Symbolism: Strength, agility, grace, and majestic power
- Habitat: Found across India except the northwestern region; also in Nepal, Bhutan, and Bangladesh
- Conservation Effort: Project Tiger launched in 1973; now 55 tiger reserves across India
- Why the Tiger? Its commanding presence and role in Indian mythology and ecology make it a fitting emblem of India’s wild spirit.
🌍 National Animals of Different Countries
Here’s a curated list of national animals from around the world:
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Country |
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National Animal |
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Symbolism / Notes |
United States |
Bald Eagle |
Freedom,
strength, independence |
China |
Giant Panda |
Peace,
conservation, cultural pride |
Pakistan |
Markhor (wild
goat) |
Resilience,
mountainous strength |
United Kingdom |
Lion |
Courage,
royalty, historical power |
Australia |
Red Kangaroo |
Native pride,
endurance |
New Zealand |
Kiwi (bird) |
Uniqueness,
national identity |
Russia |
Brown Bear |
Power,
wilderness, endurance |
France |
Gallic Rooster |
Vigilance,
pride, revolution spirit |
Japan |
Green Pheasant
(Kiji) |
Beauty,
tradition, native wildlife |
South Africa |
Springbok |
Speed, grace,
national unity |
Canada |
Beaver |
Industry,
perseverance, environmental care |
Germany |
Black Eagle |
Sovereignty,
strength |
Indonesia |
Komodo Dragon |
Uniqueness,
ancient power |
Scotland |
Unicorn
(mythical) |
Purity,
strength, mythological heritage |
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