European Bee-Eating Birds - Merops apiaster
Michel Reference
TN 1246
Stanley Reference
TN 1228
Yvert Reference
TN 1183
Themes
Animals
Description
From a series dedicated to the protection of nature, this stamp magnificently illustrates the European Bee-eater, locally called Mimoun. Sadok Ben Yacoub's work precisely describes the vibrant multi-colored plumage of this migratory bird: red back, yellow throat and green wings. The bee-eater is a symbol of the cycle of seasons in Tunisia, arriving in spring to nest in the sandy banks of the north of the country.
This show raises awareness about the preservation of biodiversity. Tunisia, located on one of the main migration routes between Europe and Africa, plays a crucial ecological role for these species.
This show raises awareness about the preservation of biodiversity. Tunisia, located on one of the main migration routes between Europe and Africa, plays a crucial ecological role for these species.
Size
22x34 mm
Colors
Polychrome
Designer
Sadok Ben Yacoub
Printers
Courvoisier S.A
Perforation
11½ x 11¾
Print
Photogravure
Face Value
0,10 DT
Mint Value
0,58 $
Used Value
0,29 $
Print Run
1 010 000 exemplaires
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