Wooden Hippopotamus - Collectible Safari Animals – Montessori & Waldorf

Designed to foster children's creativity, this eco-friendly toy is crafted with utmost care using sustainable The Hippopotamus, scientifically known as Hippopotamus amphibius, is a large semi-aquatic mammal native to sub-Saharan Africa. It is characterized by its massive size, barrel-shaped body, and short legs. With a weight reaching up to 3,500 kilograms, it is considered one of the heaviest land mammals. Hippos have a hairless, grayish-brown skin that secretes a pinkish, oily substance, whic

Each piece is carved from a single block of solid ash wood, hand-sanded and painted in layers. The finish is olive oil: natural, protective and gentle on the wood grain. No plastic components. Small variations in colour and grain are a natural characteristic of handmade production — not defects.

Safari and wild animal figurines give children a window onto ecosystems far beyond their everyday experience. Open-ended play builds curiosity — children begin to ask about habitat, diet and behaviour without being prompted.

Part of our Realistic Animals & Birds collection. Browse the full safari and wild animal range or explore cartoon safari animals for younger children.

Height: 7.0 cm ; Width: 13.0 cm ; Depth 4.2 cm (2.76 x 5.12 x 1.65 inches)

Solid ash wood. Hand-painted with water-based, non-toxic paints in multiple layers. Finished with olive oil. No plastic components. EN71 certified. Small variations in colour and grain are a natural characteristic of handmade production — not defects. Each piece is unique.

Safari and wild animal figurines give children a window onto biodiversity — species and habitats entirely different from their own. Open-ended play with realistic wooden figures builds genuine curiosity: children begin to ask about diet, habitat and behaviour without being prompted.