About Jamaican National Symbols
Famous for tourism and its distinctive reggae music, Jamaica is a popular destination spot throughout the year. Jamaica has adopted a number of national symbols.
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National bird
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The red-billed streamertail, or the doctor bird, is a large member of the hummingbird family. As its name suggest, the males have long tail feathers that can reach up to 7 inches long.
National tree
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The lignum vitae is a very heavy wood, typically valued for its weight and strength. One of the most common use is in the manufacture of cricket balls. It was also mentioned in "The Once and Future King," as the material that Merlin's staff was crafted from.
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National foods
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Ackee and saltfish is the national dish of Jamaica. The ackee is a large fruit, parts of which are poisonous. It is sauteed with fish, onions, peppers and various spices in the traditional dish. The ackee is also the national fruit.
National flower
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The Blue Mahoe is the national flower of Jamaica. It grows on a flowering plant that can reach a height of up to 20 feet. The flowers vary in color from yellow to dark red. The 'blue' in the plant's name comes from the tint of the wood.
National motto
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Jamaica's national motto is "Out of Many, One People." The motto signifies the wide variety of cultures represented on the island, living together in spite of and because of their differences.
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- Photo Credit Mattes, 2006
