green with a centered cross of three equal bands - the vertical part is yellow (hoist side), black, and white and the horizontal part is yellow (top), black, and white
superimposed in the center of the cross is a red disk bearing a Sisserou parrot, unique to Dominica, encircled by 10 green, five-pointed stars edged in yellow
the 10 stars represent the 10 administrative divisions (parishes)
green symbolizes the island's lush vegetation
the triple-colored cross represents the Christian Trinity
the yellow color denotes sunshine, the main agricultural products (citrus and bananas), and the native Carib Indians
black is for the rich soil and the African heritage of most citizens
white signifies rivers, waterfalls, and the purity of aspirations