National Birds Around The World

A national bird is a bird that a nation has chosen as its symbol. The USA were the first to establish their own national bird when the bald eagle was chosen in 1782. In Japan, the Ornithological Society of Japan nominated the pheasant as national bird in 1947. Each country's national bird also reflects the position of nature and culture within the respective nation. This book introduces the national birds of 36 countries around the world.