The island paradise of Palau not only offers an extensive wealth of marine life for diving fans, it absolutely cries out for a visit from bird enthusiasts as well. In issuing this three coin series, the Republic of Palau wants to attract attention to their superb, colorful bird population. Depicted on the coins of the extremely popular prism series of silver crowns, the birds are able to show off their best attributes. The Superb Fruit Dove is a small colorful bird, with the male and female differing greatly in form and appearance. While the male's appearance is very colorful and delights the eye with its multicolored composition, the female's plumage is more subdued. Her superbly colored plumage acts as amazingly good camouflage among the branches. In the chameleonic change between light and shadow, the birds contours melt into the background. The Fruit Doves only rarely leave the treetops to occasionally search for food on the ground. It is amazing just how large the fruit and seeds on which the Fruit Doves feed can be at times.