When Canadians bed down for the night, some animal creatures are just beginning their day. They are Canada's nocturnal creatures—birds, mammals and more, whose unique adaptations allow them to hunt andplay under the cover of darkness. Active between sunset and sunrise, these elusive species represent apart of Canada's biodiversity that often goesunseen, despite their presence in our midst.

Beginning with the barn owl, each coin in this exciting new series features the innovative use of black rhodium plating that sets the mood by recreating nightfall. Here, the coin's silver surface mimics moonlight to reveal the sudden apparition of a stylizedowl—it's a chance encounter with one of nature's stealthy nocturnal hunters!

Two gorgeous coins you will want to show to friends and family! Subscribe today!

• 2-COIN SUBSCRIPTION! Subscribe today* and then relax knowing you will receive both coins (each coin $119.95).Coins in your subscription include:
  • Coin 1: Barn Owl (priced at $119.95, expected ship date April 2017)
  • Coin 2: The Bat (priced at $119.95, expected ship date August 2017)
• A MINT FIRST! Your coins include the first-time use of black rhodium plating that lends itself perfectly to recreating the dark night skyand allows the moon's uniquely frosted finish to shine through.
• INNOVATIVE! The light-and-dark contrast of your coins set the perfect mood for a night-time hunt, while enhancing the natural silver shineof the animal in the foreground.
• STUNNING! Tilt your coin to alter your perception of the plating's hue, which varies from a dark black colour to a gun-metal grey, and adds to the contemporary look and feel of the overall design.
• BRIMMING WITH DETAIL!Your coins are a dynamically layered design that is brimming with detail, thanks to intricate engraving!
• INCLUDES SERIALIZED CERTIFICATE! The Royal Canadian Mint certifies allof its collector coins. Most of these are serialized certifications, meaning that each certificate is given a unique number, starting at 1.
• LOW MINTAGE: Only 7,000 coins will be made available worldwide. Hurry and order yours today before they are all gone!
• ONE-OUNCE 99.99% PURE SILVERCOINS! Your coins have no GST/HST!

Designed by Canadian artist Jamie Desrochers, the first coin in your subscription features a contemporary stylized depiction of a barn owl (Tyto alba) descending upon its prey, as viewed from the ground looking up at the night sky. In the background, the creative use of black rhodium plating serves as a stunning backdrop for this night-timescene; detailed engraving re-creates the cratered surface of the full moon, which is brought to life through the use of bold frosting peering through thedark plating. The coin's silver surface also lends itself beautifully to evoking the luminous quality of moonlight on the engraved owl in the foreground, which seemingly shines brighter against the dark image field. Flying on outstretched wings, the owl conveys its stealthy hunting prowess through itsfixed stare, as it seems to close in on the viewer. The engraving captures much of the owl's most distinctive features—from its characteristic heart-shaped face and sharp talons, to the spotted appearance of its wing and tail feathers.

Each of your coins are encapsulated and presented individually in a Royal Canadian Mint-branded maroon clamshell with a black beauty box.

Order your 2-coin subscription today!

*Credit card purchases only, charged uponshipment. After purchasing your first coin, you will automatically receive the subsequent coins when they are released. Coins may not be issued in the same order as listed above. Subscription agreement may be cancelled at your request at any time with a phone call or written notice to the Royal Canadian Mint.