Surabaya (Suroboyo) is locally believed to have derived its name from ‘suro’ (shark) and ‘boyo’ (crocodile). According to a local myth, these animals fought to be known as the most powerful and strongest animal in the area.

Sura (Blue) is represented by a shark Baya (Green) is represented by a crocodile Garuda (Yellow) is represented by the legendary bird-like creature Komodo (Red) is represented by a Komodo dragon (large monitor lizard)