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NATIONAL FISH	GALJOEN Coracinus capensis	Our national fish is delicious when braaied (barbequed). It is best braaied with the scales left on. The grid must be about 45 cm (18 inches) above the coals to allow for the fish to cook slowly, until it turns brown. There is no need to oil the fish as the galjoen is a naturally oily fish. Whilst braaing, baste the galjoen with its own oils. Sprinkle with lemon juice when done and “geniet die kos”! (bon appetit).
NATIONAL ANIMAL	SPRINGBOK Antidorcas marsupialis	The South African national rugby team has the springbok as their emblem. The protea, our national flower, was added recently. The springbok also features on the R1,00 coin of South Africa.
NATIONAL BIRD	BLUE CRANE Anthropoides paradisia	These beautiful blue-grey plumed birds occur commonly across SA in flocks of between 50-500. They prefer higher altitudes. The crane features on the five cents coin of South Africa.
NATIONAL FLOWER	KING PROTEA Protea cynaroides	The SA national cricket team is named after this magnificent, long-lasting flower. The Protea also features on the twenty cent coin.
NATIONAL TREE	REAL YELLOWWOOD Podocarpus latifolius	A quick growing tree, popularly used by furniture makers and shipbuilders. The name is derived from its characteristic yellow colour.