Schleich 14759 Oryx Figure

Made in Germany, the Schleich figures are modelled with attention to detail, hand-painted with care, and provide educationally valuable playtime.

Oryx antelopes live in extremely dry, hot deserts. They have slender horns, which are almost half as long as their bodies, and have a striking black and white "face mask".

The horns of oryx antelopes are 120-150 centimetres long. This is where they get their name because "oryx" is Greek and basically means "pointed tool". Lions, leopards, and hyenas no doubt have to learn the hard way that these antelopes can also use them very well to defend themselves. Its habitat in the desert can reach temperatures of well over 40 degrees Celsius. However, the oryx antelope knows a trick against the heat. It raises its own body temperature until it is higher than that of its environment. This way it can give off heat and absorb "cooler" air.

Dimensions 4.3 x 1.9 x 4.5 inch (W x D x H)

Suggested age suitability 3 years and upwards.

EU Warning: Not suitable for children under the age of 3 years due to small parts which could cause a choking hazard.