Flags of the World | Zambia

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The flag of Zambia was adopted upon independence on October 24, 1964. Before that, Zambia was the British protectorate of Northern Rhodesia.

The flag was slightly modified in 1996. The shade of green used in the 1964 flag was replaced with a brighter and lighter green and the eagle was slightly altered so as to be more like the one used in the Zambian coat of arms.

Lilac-breasted Roller | Zambia

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The lilac-breasted roller is a member of the roller birds family. It is widely distributed in sub-Saharan Africa and the southern Arabian Peninsula, preferring open woodland and savanna.

Mosi-da-Tunya | Victoria Falls, Zambia

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Zambia is a landlocked country in Southern Africa. Zambia is natural haven for a great deal of wildlife.

A paradise for animal lovers, the country offers some of the best sanctuaries and natural parks of the world, within its boundaries. There are in total 19 national parks.

Zambia has 17 waterfalls, the largest of which is Victoria Falls. It is the largest waterfall in the world: a 1708 meters wide water curtain. The local people call it "Mosi-oa-Tunya" -- the smoke that thunders!

The falls and the surrounding area have been declared National Parks and a World Heritage Site.

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The Blacksmith Plover, a bird found in southern Africa and eastern Africa. It has a wide range of habitats including shorelines of inland waters, wet pastures and tidal flats in bays and lagoons.