Five Dollars Silver 2006 Eclectus Parrot, Coin from Palau - detailed information

This coin was issued in Palau.

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Part of the collection "Prismatic Wildlife". All coins feature colourful prisms depicting wildlife from across the world. The issuing country and specifications vary among issues.

Eclectus Parrot – CIT Coin Invest AG
The Mint says about this coin:

The most important feature of the 35-40cm Eclectus Parrot is probably the different external colouring of the sexes. Contrary to almost all other types of bird, in the case of this wax beaked parrot species, the female animal is strikingly feathered in red, whereas the male is predominantly green in colour and thus well camouflaged against the leafage of the dense forests. Although these parrots are very prevalent in the rain forests of their geographic range, they are very difficult to observe due to their jumpiness. Small troops of Electus Parrots go searching through the treetops for fruit and seeds. They are considered to be strong fliers and reach an age of up to 30 years. more
Item ID: 22094
Country: Palau
Date of issue: 2006
Denomination: 5 Dollars
Material: Silver .925
Quality: Proof
Mintage: 5000 pcs