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National symbols of Ecuador are the representative symbols that are used by Ecuador to represent the nation, reflecting different aspects of the cultural life and history. The official symbols or emblems of Ecuador are established by law and part of the Political Constitution of Ecuador.
The official symbols of Ecuador are established by law.
| Symbol | Image | Adopted | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flag | Flag of Ecuador | | September 26, 1860 |
| National anthem | Salve, Oh Patria | September 29, 1948 | |
| Coat of arms | Coat of arms of Ecuador |  | 1845 (altered 1900) |
| Motto | Dios, patria y libertad (God, homeland and liberty) |
| Symbol | Image | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|
| National flower | Chuquiraga "Chuquirahua" |  | Unofficial national flower emblems |
| National tree | Cinchona pubescens "Quina" |  | Exemplary view in Podocarpus National Park |
| National animal | Andean condor |  | 1958 |
| II | Galapagos tortoise |  | Equally recognizable as the symbol of the Galapagos Islands |
| III | Yasuni National Park |  | Recognized for its extreme biodiversity, where frog species are the most numerous |
| National colours | Yellow, blue and red | Yellow Blue Red | Yellow for the sun and gold, blue for the sky and liberty, red for blood and freedom |
| National Mountains | Chimborazo |  | National symbol: see coat of arms |
| National river | Guayas |  | National symbol: see coat of arms |
| National symbol | Steam boat on the Guayas River with the Chimborazo in the background | need picture here | Intended to depict the equal beauty and wealth of the Sierra and Costa regions. |
| National instrument | Rondador |  | Under the Panflute, lineage |
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