National symbols of the Maldives

The Maldives has numerous national symbols, including a national flower, tree and animal, which were adopted in 1985. The Maldivian national flag and emblem, adopted in 1965 are also considered national symbols.

Symbols

The following is a list of the national symbols of Maldives.

Official Symbols

Title	Name of Symbol	Picture
National flag	Flag of Maldives
National emblem	National Emblem of Maldives
National anthem	Gaumee Salaam by Muhammad Jameel Didi
National flower	Pinkrose (Rosa Polyantha)
National tree	Coconut Palm (Cocos nucifera)
National bird	White-breasted waterhen (dhivehi kabili)
National animal	Yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares)

Unofficial Symbols

Title	Name of Symbol	Picture
National language	Dhivehi
National fruit	Coconut (Kurumba)
National dress (Female)	Dhivehi Libaas
National dress (Male)	Maldivian Sarong
National Sport	Football