Birds

As residents of Eastern Canada know all too well, there are few displays of nature’s unpredictability quite like a mid-winter freeze. This weather phenomenon may be treacherous as it transforms roads and fields into veritable skating rinks, but...

A symbol of this country’s vast wilderness, the iconic Canada goose (Branta canadensis) holds a special place in the hearts of many Canadians as a time-honoured harbinger of seasonal change; for each spring and fall, we are reminded of our enduring...

The latest issue in the Royal Canadian Mint’s popular Ducks of Canada series features North America’s largest diving duck: the Canvasback. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS:SRP: $69.95Item...

From the Royal Canadian Mint’s renowned collection of coins featuring the wild animals of Canada, we are proud to present this 2015 Fine Silver Bald Eagle Fractional Set—a collectible keepsake of Canada’s natural beauty...

The first set in the Discovering Nature Series was issued to commemorate birds that are native to Canada. This is the first of eight sets totaling 32 coins. The are the first sterling fifty cents issued since 1919. This set includes the following coins:...

This is the second set in the series of proof platinum coins commemorating Canada's endangered wildlife.Specifications:Face Value: $300 $150 $75 $30Mintage: 675Composition: .9995 PlatinumWeight (oz.): 1.000 .500 .250 .100Diameter(mm): 30.0 25.0 20.0 16...

This is the second set in the series of proof platinum coins dedicated to Canadian wildlife.Specifications:Face Value: $300 $150 $75 $30Mintage: 1,164Composition: .9995 PlatinumWeight (oz.): 1.000 .500 .250 .100Diameter(mm): 30.0 25.0 20.0 16.0Edge:...

With its endearing chirp and stunning plumage, it’s easy to see why the violet-green swallow (Tachycineta thalassina) is a favourite swallow species for many birdwatchers. Found in the open woodlands of western Canada, this songbird’s...

The fifth coin in the Royal Canadian Mint’s popular Ducks of Canada series features a small, striking western dabbler: the Cinnamon Teal. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS: SRP: $29.95Composition: CupronickelMintage: 17,500Weight...

In the traditions of his ancestors, Richard Hunt has crafted a wonderful story about a family of eagles nurturing, loving and growing. But within this narrative lies the call for all parents to cherish their young, just as eagle parents work tirelessly...

The fifth coin in the Royal Canadian Mint’s popular Ducks of Canada series features a small, striking western dabbler: the Cinnamon Teal. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS:SRP: $69.95Item Number: 141289UPC: 6-23932-06158-3Composition: 99.99%...

A common sight from Newfoundland to British Columbia, the beloved black-capped chickadee delights observers with its friendly, inquisitive nature. Its sudden appearance adds a delightful burst of energy to the quiet, snow-covered landscape, and creates a...