It may be unofficial, the national animal of France is the Gallic Rooster. Also popular as the Coq Gaulois, the symbol is present in French flags at the time of the revolution. Being a national symbol of France, the Gallic rooster had a start in a play between Latin words. The word “gallus” started it all. It means coq or rooster. The rooster is ever-present since the olden times. It has been used for decorative purposes in the country’s bell towers. Its history even goes back to the Middle Ages. At the time, however, the Gallic rooster may have been to symbolize vigilance. This is because of the crow’s vigilance of a new day. It is the only animal that crows at sunrise, expecting a new day to begin. Over the years, the Gallic rooster was used by many artists. It has decorated many ceramics or has been carved on wooden furniture. During the French revolution, the rooster had an important role. It became the official symbol during the July Monarchy as well as during the Second Republic. This was after it was seen as a part of the flags of the pole of regiments. It was in the year 1830 when the Gallic rooster became the national emblem. This replaced the fleur-de-lis, which previously was in its place. Years later, it was again denied its place by Napoleon III. Beginning in the year 1848, the Gallic rooster became part of the seal of the Republic. The seal was an image of Liberty sitting on a rudder. A rooster decorated the seal. This type of seal was being used from the year 1899. It appeared as a motif on gold 20 Franc coins. It also had its various appearances on different stamps. Aside from these, the Gallic rooster is also present in many of the country’s top sports teams. It is a symbol even in teams that compete in international events.