The Unicorn Is the National Animal of Scotland: Next on the cool facts about the United Kingdom, Scotland’s national animal is a mythical species, which is not surprising given the country’s reputation for loving myths and stories. The unicorn was first used as a national emblem in the twelfth century. Throughout Scotland, unicorns can be seen, frequently adorned with a golden chain. It represents strength, masculinity, purity, and innocence. It was once thought that unicorns were among the strongest creatures. The chain might represent the idea that the Scottish Kings were so strong that they could subdue even unicorns.