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Bird perched atop a cactus on Mexico’s flag NYT Crossword Clue

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The most common and recent 5-letter answer for "Bird perched atop a cactus on Mexico's flag" is EAGLE.
The clue describes the national emblem of Mexico, which features an eagle perched on a cactus. This imagery is part of the country's coat of arms and is prominently displayed on the Mexican flag.
This clue was last seen in the NYT Mini Crossword on November 25, 2025.
A large bird of prey with a powerful beak and keen eyesight.
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The answer to “Bird perched atop a cactus on Mexico’s flag” in the New York Times Mini puzzle November 25 2025 is EAGLE. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.

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