SAFARI LTD Hippos Good Luck Minis Figure

Although Hippos no longer live in the lower Nile areas of Egypt, the massive beasts were once important elements of Ancient Egyptian culture. The relationship was complicated, however. On one hand, Hippos lived in the waters and mud of the life-giving Nile River, so they received honor and respect and were seen as symbols of rebirth. The Egyptian goddess Tauret, who protected women giving birth, even has the face and body of a Hippo. On the other hand, Hippos were dangerous. They ate newly planted wheat, they overturned ships, and they were quite deadly. Eventually, Hippos were hunted to extinction in the lower Nile area of Egypt, but they range freely throughout central Africa. Feature: - 192 Pieces Per Bag. Only Available in Bulk Purchase. - The name Hippopotamus means River Horse, and Hippos truly do love the water. In fact, if one looks at a map of rivers in sub-Saharan Africa, one is also looking at the range of Hippos. They spend much of their days in the water and are never far from it. - Scientific Name: Hippopotamus amphibius - Characteristics: Mouth open wide in a smile or grunt, these lifelike Hippos can be the life of the party. Use them in Africa or Egypt lessons or as part of miniature Nile River scenes. - Hippos are part of the Good Luck Minis® collection Specifications: - Dimensions: 20.25 W x 25.5 H - Dimensions: 7.97 W x 10.04 H