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GK: India has the peacock, America has the bald eagle, and New Zealand has the kiwi. Do you know which country has crow as national bird?
Crows: They are the masters of problem-solving. Crows can use tools and even recognise human faces. (Image: Canva)
Most countries around the world designate their own national bird and animal. For example, India has the peacock, America has the bald eagle, and New Zealand has the kiwi. Among India’s neighbouring countries, Pakistan’s national bird is the chukar, and Bangladesh’s national bird is the magpie robin. Questions about national animals and birds frequently appear in competitive exams like the UPSC Civil Services.
Which Country Has Crow As Its National Bird?
Science indicates that crows are highly intelligent creatures. They can use various tools to achieve their goals, and recent research suggests that crows are even smarter than previously thought.
Bhutan, another of India’s neighbours, has the raven, a type of crow, as its national bird. The scientific name of the raven is Corvus corax, and in Hindi, it is called Kala Kaag. In Bhutan, it is known as Jarog Dongchen.
In Bhutan, the raven symbolises royalty and spiritual power. It is considered a bird of protection and good luck, with its head depicted on the crown of the King of Bhutan. Under the leadership of the fourth King of Bhutan, Jigme Singye Wangchuck, the raven was chosen as Bhutan’s national bird in 2006. It is associated with the Bhutanese deity Legon Jarog Dongchen, regarded as one of the protectors of Bhutan. This deity is part of a divine trinity including Yeshe Gonpo (Mahakala) and Palden (Mahakali).
Crows are reportedly disappearing rapidly from Agra city in Uttar Pradesh. Once common, these birds have now become rare in urban areas. The primary reasons for the decline in the crow population include the continuous cutting down of large trees like neem, peepal, and banyan, which are essential for crows to build their nests, leaving them without shelter. Additionally, rising levels of air and environmental pollution have made urban habitats hostile for many birds, including crows.
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