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The Biosymbols of Mexico

Both the Mexican flag and the national Coat of Arms feature two biosymbols: the golden eagle and the prickly pear cactus. As depicted on the Coat of Arms, a raptor type of bird is eating a snake while perched on the cactus.  Over the years, there has been some debate [...]

The Biosymbols of Ukraine

In addition to the sunflower, which is the national flower of Ukraine, the national bird is the common nightingale, while the national plant is the Kalyna (Viburnum opulus) which is a type of shrub that produces flowers and then berries. Read more here.

The Sonoma-Tokaj 2026 Intern: Gabe Lanusse

The Tokaj Committee is happy to announce our intern for 2026, Gabe Lanusse. Gabe will be working in Tokaj at Hétszölö Winery. We are excited because Gabe is a native Sonoman, born and raised in our beautiful town and the perfect candidate to represent us. This will  further the [...]

The Biosymbols of Italy

If you're interested in the national Biosymbols of Italy, you can start with the Wikipedia article. The national flower is the strawberry tree, because it contains the three colors of the Italian flag.  The national bird of Italy is the Italian sparrow, and the unofficial national animal is the Italian [...]

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