Any of a group of large, brilliantly coloured, long-tailed tropical American parrots, such as the blue and yellow macaw Ara ararauna. They can be recognized by the massive beak, about half the size of the head, and by the extremely long tail. (Genera Ara, Aratinga, and Anodorhynchus.)
The Union Jack signifies the islands' wish to preserve links with Britain. The nine stars representing the islands are placed according to their locations. Effective date: 11 April 1997.