The red-tailed hawk hunts small animals and reptiles from above, sometimes swooping down on birds. One of its greatest strengths is its ability to adapt and exploit rapidly changing environments. Red-tailed hawks can be seen perched on fence posts, trees and hydropoles bordering agricultural fields where they survey the landscape for a meal—an ecological form of rodent control that farmers now readily embrace.

Those who have never seen a red-tail will certainly have heard its call. Its high-pitched kree-eee-ar has long been an iconic sound in Western and adventure movies, although the sound is usually paired with a different species (the bald eagle) on-screen.

Special Features

• Two unique features for cutting-edge security, including precise radial lines and a micro-engraved lasered maple leaf in the coin's field. In the centre of this mark, visible under magnification, is the numeral "20", denoting the coin's year of issue.
• Features the distinctive bullion finish of brilliant relief on a lined textured background.
• An attractive acquisition for both first-time precious metal buyers and long-term investors.
• A striking addition to any Canadiana or animal-themed collection.
• No fixed mintage.