On 1 February 1980 Anguilla became a separate crown colony from St. Kitts and Nevis and later adopted the blue ensign with the former flag as a sort of badge.
The current flag — blue ensign with dolphin badge — was suggested by the previous Governor of Anguilla, Mr. Brian Canty, who drew sketches which were sent to London for approval by Her Majesty the Queen. The new flag was first hoisted and adopted on 30 May, 1990.
Also known as the Zenaida Dove (Zenaida aurita) is the national bird of Anguilla. At a competition held in 1992 by the Environmental Club of the Albena Lake-Hodge Comprehensive School, the Turtle Dove narrowly beat out the Kili-Kili to win the title of National Bird of Anguilla. Since its official designation as the National Bird, the Zenaida Dove has greatly increased in number.
The White Cedar Tree (Tabebuia heterophylla) is a most populous and beloved tree in Anguilla. Its wood was used in Boat Making. Strips of its bark were tied together to form a makeshift rope. This rope was tied around bundles of firewood which were carried on the head. The Cedar stands as a symbol of Anguillian Strength, Beauty and Resourcefulness.
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