The flag of Ecuador features three horizontal stripes: yellow at the top, blue in the middle, and red at the bottom. The yellow stripe is twice the height of the other two. The yellow symbolizes the country's abundance and fertility, the blue represents the ocean and the sky, and the red stands for the blood shed by those who fought for independence. In the center of the flag is the national coat of arms, which includes a condor, the Chimborazo volcano, and a representation of the Andes, emphasizing the country's natural beauty and biodiversity. Adopted on September 26, 1860, the flag reflects Ecuador's national identity and historical heritage​.