Long-Eared Owl Wildlife in the Moonlight 2 oz Antique finish Silver Coin 5$ Niue 2019
 
Is the First release of the Wildlife in the Moonlight series, Also includ:
2019 - LONG-EARED OWL
2020 - GRAY WOLF
2021 - LIONESS
2022 - AMERICAN EAGLE
2022 - GREEN MAMBA
2023 - BROWN BEAR
 
The long-eared owl or Asio otus, so named for its special ear tufts, is a species of owl which can be found in Europe, Asia, North America and some parts of Africa. These nocturnal birds often occur in forests, mostly coniferous, near open meadows. Thanks to a specific structure of their flight feathers, these owls can glide slowly and nearly inaudibly, which in combination with perfect hearing makes these birds excellent hunters.
 
The beautiful depiction of the owl in its natural habitat has been captured in a high relief design of this silver coin. The realistic effect of the night predator’s image is intensified by gilded full moon on the background.
 
The reverse of the coin depicts an incredible Long Eared Owl above a gilded Moon. On the left of the reverse the inscription “LONG-EARED OWL” – the name of the coin.
 
The obverse of the coin features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the inscriptions: “ELIZABETH II” – the name of the Queen, “NIUE” – the issuing country, “2019” – the year of issue, “5 DOLLARS” – the face value.