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Iconic Creatures

National animals come in all varieties. They can be mammals, reptiles, birds, or even mythical animals. Here are three interesting international symbols.

Hope and Faith

During the Middle Ages (from the fifth It means “rooster.” It also is the root word for “Gaul,” which was the ancient name for the region that is now France. The rooster has appeared on French coins, stamps, and the country’s official seal. French sports teams use the rooster as an emblem when they compete internationally.

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