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Fennec Fox Silver Coin Antique Finish 1000 Francs Niger 2013
First silver coin of new amazing series 'Beautiful African Animals' (Magnifiques Animaux Africains), it is dedicated to the funniest and most famous animals of Africa. This coin depicts the amiable Fennec, a small nocturnal fox found in the Sahara of North Africa. Minted in Antique Finish quality extremely limited to 1000 pieces only. This coin depicts the fennec fox in high relief with intricate design.
The fennec fox or fennec (Vulpes zerda) is a small nocturnal fox found in the Sahara of North Africa. Its most distinctive feature is its unusually large ears, which serve to dissipate heat. Its name comes from the Arabic word فنك (fanak), which means fox, and the species name zerda comes from the Greek word xeros which means dry, referring to the fox's habitat. The fennec is the smallest species of canid in the world. Its coat, ears, and kidney functions have adapted to high-temperature, low-water, and desert environments. In addition, its hearing is sensitive enough to hear prey moving underground. It mainly eats insects, small mammals, and birds.
| Country | Niger |
| Year | 2013 |
| Face value | 1000 Francs |
| Metal | Silver 999/1000 |
| Weight (g) | 31.10 g |
| Size (mm) | 38,61 mm |
| Quality | Antique Finish |
| Mintage (pcs) | 1,000 |
| Certificate COA | Yes |
| Case or box | No |
