Safari Ltd Wild Safari Wildlife Platypus FAMOUSLY STRANGE  The platypus is known for being unusual. This egg-laying mammal with a beavers tail and a ducks bill also has ankle spurs which produces extremely painful venom. Platypuses are semi-aquatic and are native to eastern Australia. PART OF THE WILD SAFARI WILDLIFE COLLECTION  The Wild Safari Wildlife Collection includes some of the most intriguing animals, large and small, still found in the wild all over the world. MADE WITH INDUSTRY-LEADING STANDARDS  Like all Safari Ltd products, the Wild Safari Wildlife Platypus has been individually hand painted, features quality construction from phthalate and lead-free materials, and includes an educational hangtag in 5 languages. REALISTIC APPEARANCE FOR MULTIPLE USES  Realistic, educational, and fun, this figurine is suitable for a range of interests, from collectors and enthusiasts to teachers and kids. Admire it on a shelf, use it in the classroom, or simply enjoy playing with it. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS  Measures 4.75"L x 1.5"H. For ages 3 and up.