national animals



STORY OF THE DAY • Feb 28, 2022 • 3 min read

National Animals Brunei: White-bellied Sea Eagle

By Fiona Kelliher • Feb 28, 2022
Brunei's national animal is long-standing mystery but the internet and the eagle's cultural significance for some of the country's ethnic groups have made the white-bellied eagle a popular contender

STORY OF THE DAY • Feb 28, 2022 • 3 min read

National Animals Cambodia: Kouprey

By Anton L. Delgado • Feb 28, 2022
The elusive wild cattle is critically endangered, shrouded in mystery and causing controversy with the most recent news of its existence

STORY OF THE DAY • Feb 28, 2022 • 7 min read

National Animals Indonesia: Komodo dragon

By Brian P. D. Hannon • Feb 28, 2022
Scientists broke down a myth about the powerful bite of the world's largest lizard, the main attraction in a planned Indonesia tourist park

STORY OF THE DAY • Feb 28, 2022 • 4 min read

National Animals Malaysia: Malayan tiger

By Ashley Yeong • Feb 28, 2022
The tiger is a symbol of strength and courage. And for Malaysians it is a proud national emblem, whose livelihood is at risk from poachers and habitat loss

Feb 28, 2022 • 3 min read
National Animals

Myanmar: Green peafowl

The dazzling colours of the beloved peafowl are a treasured sight in Myanmar, which has adopted the bird as its unofficial national animal. But poisonous pesticides and deforestation are causing numbers to dwindle
By Fiona Kelliher • Feb 28, 2022

Feb 28, 2022 • 4 min read
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Singapore: Lion

A case of mistaken identity has formed the basis of a widespread national identity and contributed to conversations on conservation
By Amanda Oon • Feb 28, 2022

Feb 28, 2022 • 3 min read
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The Philippines: Carabao

The 'Beast of Burden' holds an important historical, social and economic role in the Philippines and "genetic improvements" are being planned to aid dwindling populations
By Anton L. Delgado • Feb 28, 2022

Feb 28, 2022 • 3 min read
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Timor-Leste: crocodile

The crocodile is considered sacred in Timor-Leste but increasing populations have led to human-crocodile conflicts
By Anton L. Delgado • Feb 28, 2022

Feb 28, 2022 • 3 min read
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Vietnam: Water Buffalo

The gentle animals remain an important symbol in the country but lack of conservation efforts heighten the risk of extinction
By Govi Snell • Feb 28, 2022

Feb 28, 2022 • 4 min read
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Thailand and Laos: Elephant

Thai and Laotian cultures respect elephants as sacred but the endangered animals are still subject to abuse
By Wanpen Pajai • Feb 28, 2022