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  • 10 Kwacha 2010, KM# 91, Malawi, Endangered Frogs, Blue Poison Arrow Frog
  • 10 Kwacha 2010, KM# 91, Malawi, Endangered Frogs, Blue Poison Arrow Frog
Description

The blue poison dart frog (Dendrobates tinctorius "azureus"), also known as the blue poison arrow frog, is a strikingly azure-colored amphibian found in the forest islands of southern Suriname's Sipaliwini Savanna. Indigenous to the Tiriyo people, this frog is known as "okopipi." While once considered its own species, it is now typically classified as a morph or subspecies of D. tinctorius. Blue poison dart frogs are small, growing up to 4.5 cm, with females slightly larger than males. Their vivid blue skin and unique black spots serve as a defense, warning predators of the toxic alkaloids secreted from their skin.

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 10
UNITY AND FREEDOM
10 KWACHA

Reverse

Depicts the multicolored blue poison arrow frog within a circle surrounded by the inscription of the series and its name below.

ENDANGERED FROGS
BLUE POISON ARROW

Edge

10 Kwacha

Republic

Endangered Frogs
Blue Poison Arrow Frog

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KM# 91
Characteristics
Type Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating)
Material Silver Plated Cupronickel
Weight 29.5 g
Diameter 38.61 mm
Thickness -
Shape round
Alignment Medal

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Endangered Frogs

Silver Plated Cupronickel, 29.5 g, ⌀ 38.61 mm