Safari Ltd Wild Safari Wildlife Meerkat LOVEABLE DESERT CREATURE  Meerkats are actually in the mongoose family. These adorable burrowing animals inhabit the deserts of Africa. They are very social and live in large colonies call mobs or clans. 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 Meerkat 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 2.5"L x 3.25H. For ages 3 and up.