Cote D'Ivoire

Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) has rich biodiversity, with tropical rainforests, savannas, and coastal wetlands supporting a wide range of wildlife.

Flora and Fauna

Tai National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is home to rare species such as pygmy hippos, chimpanzees, and forest elephants. Comoé National Park hosts buffaloes, antelopes, and crocodiles, while the coastal lagoons support manatees. The country is also home to colourful bird species like the violet turaco and yellow-casqued hornbill.

Côte d'Ivoire’s flora includes the towering iroko tree, prized for its durable timber, and the cocoa tree, which makes the country the world’s largest cocoa producer. The raffia palm is widely used for crafts and traditional beverages. Côte d’Ivoire also grows large amounts of coffee, especially robusta beans, making it one of Africa’s leading producers.

National Flora and Fauna

  • The African forest elephant (Loxodonta cyclotis) is the national animal.
  • The Baobab (Adansonia digitata) is the national flower.
Ivory Coast Postage Stamp

Issued 1936: Definitive series - 1 cent, Baoule Woman and Coffee plant.

Ivory Coast Postage Stamp

Issued 1965: Bird series - 1 franc, Bruce's green pigeon (Vinago Waalia).

Ivory Coast Postage Stamp

Issued 1971: Marine Life series - 1 franc, African pelican's-foot (Aporrhais pes-gallinae).

Ivory Coast Postage Stamp

Issued 1986: Fish series - 5 franc, Saddled bichir (Polypterus endlicherii).