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  • 10 Kwacha 2005, KM# 71, Malawi, Endangered Wildlife, Tree Pangolin
  • 10 Kwacha 2005, KM# 71, Malawi, Endangered Wildlife, Tree Pangolin
Description

The tree pangolin (Phataginus tricuspis), also known as the white-bellied or three-cusped pangolin, is a small, scaly mammal native to equatorial Africa, particularly in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is the most common of the African forest pangolins and can grow up to 43 cm in body length, with a tail measuring up to 62 cm. Its distinctive dark brown scales, made of keratin, have three points, giving the species its name. Tree pangolins are nocturnal, semi-arboreal creatures that inhabit lowland tropical forests and savanna mosaics, and they can adapt to human-modified landscapes like plantations.

Obverse

Depicts the coat of arms of Malawi dividing the date, country name above and denomination below.

Malawi's coat of arms is based on Nyasaland's earlier heraldic arms. It features a shield supported by a lion and a leopard, standing on a representation of Mount Mulanje. The shield is divided into three parts: wavy lines symbolizing water, a central stripe with a lion representing strength, and a rising sun, symbolizing hope and new beginnings. Above the shield is a fish eagle in front of a rising sun, symbolizing freedom. The scroll below the shield bears the national motto, "Unity and Freedom," reflecting Malawi's goals of harmony and independence.

REPUBLIC OF MALAWI
20 05
UNITY AND FREEDOM
10 KWACHA

Reverse

Depicts a tree pangolin on a tree branch, the inscription of series above.

ENDANGERED WILDLIFE

Edge

10 Kwacha

Republic
KM# 71 Schön# 73
Characteristics
Type Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating)
Material Silver Plated Cupronickel
Weight 23.5 g
Diameter 39 mm
Thickness 2.72 mm
Shape round
Alignment Medal

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