Hippopotamus along the Riverbanks - 10 lira

This violet 10-lire high-denomination issue shifts focus to the rich riparian ecosystems of southern Somalia, illustrating a massive hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) resting among the tall grasses along a riverbank historically a common sight along the fertile Juba and Shebelle river basins. The horizontal composition emphasizes the raw weight and natural presence of this large mammal, framed by classic Art Deco border columns and an upper decorative band of stylized local wildlife motifs. This stamp anchored high-rate parcel and registered mail communications within an emblem of regional biodiversity.