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1000 Francs Niger 2013 Fennec Fox, Silver Coin with Jade Stone
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 |
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| Mintage (pcs) | 500 |
| Certificate COA | Yes |
| Case or box | Yes |
| Special Features | with Jade inserts |
