Inner raised square contains value, lettering around outside, date on right (in line with numerals and at right angle to outside lettering). The lettering “Republic of Slovenia” and the denomination of the coin in words reading “20 stotins” is along the edge.

Depicts a long-eared owl. On the top is the Latin name of the bird. The value of the coin expressed with the number “5” on the left.

The long-eared owl (Asio otus), also known as the northern long-eared owl, is a species of owl which breeds in Europe, Asia, and North America. The long-eared owl is a medium-sized owl, 31–40 cm (12–16 in) in length with an 86–100 cm (34–39 in) wingspan and a body mass of 178–435 g (6.3–15.3 oz). It has erect blackish ear-tufts, which are positioned in the centre of the head. The ear-tufts are used to make the owl appear larger to other owls while perched.