May 2010 New Specialty Toys — Animal Figures

This classic rubber ducky is given a designer's twist in green with white polka dots. It measures 8".

Part of the Wild Animal Series by Papo, this hand-painted figure is very detailed and shows an authentic representation of how tigresses carry around their little bundles. It is approximately 1:20 scale. "Papo wildlife series is easily the best quality figure for the price. The proportion and stance are exact as well as the coloration," Brian Shackelton, Operation Manager, Hotaling Imports Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: March 15, 2010.

Replicas of some of the most amazing creatures in the world. Acts as a learning tool to introduce young children to the often-endangered inhabitants of our planet. Educational information in five languages is included with each replica. All products are hand-painted, phthalate-free and thoroughly safety tested. Replica size: 5.25" L x 1.5" H [13.3 x 3.8 cm]. Suggested age 3+.

4"-4.5" assorted dinosaurs includes all the most popular species including T-Rex, Brontosaurus, Triceratops, etc.

This realistically casted dinosaur figurine has a well-disguised, hinged jaw that allows the bottom of his mouth to move up and down. The figure is 13" tall.

These 5" animal characters are full of personality and can be clipped onto a backpack or purse as a fun accent. When squeezed, each felt creature utters the sound of the animal it represents. The collection features a tiger, lion, zebra, monkey, elephant, dolphin, turtle, penguin, seahorse, lobster, orca and shark. Launch date: 2010.

Chibi is defined in the Urban Dictionary as a Japanese anime word describing endearingly cute little characters with oversized heads and big engaging eyes. Our anime-influenced Chibi Zoo babies are made from soft, 100-percent polyester velour, embellished with embroidery, and filled with fluffy polyester fibers. They have big black eyes, are approximately 10” tall, and each baby has his or her animal name in Japanese embroidered on the bottom of one foot. Launch date: December 15, 2009.