Gandaberunda
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The Gandaberunda (also known as the Berunda) is a two headed mythological bird. It is used as the emblem by the Karnataka government and is seen as an intricately sculptured motif in Hindu temples.
The Gandaberuna was used by the Wodeyar dynasty of Mysore as the Royal emblem.
The sculptures of the Berunda can be found on the roof of Rameshwara temple in Shimoga District.