The powerhouse company that is Playmobil have really got something for everyone. Their collections range from a friendly lemur family to a mythical temple of time defended by knights. This week we’re going to be letting you in on our top 5 toys with a wildlife theme!

People are happier and healthier when they’re closer to wildlife. One study showed “doing something wild” every day for 30 days greatly improved happiness and health. When children are exposed to the ‘great outdoors’ they have increased self-esteem. They can learn to take risks and unleash their creativity. “Go outside for some fresh air, it’ll do you good,” is something I’m sure we’ve all heard at some point in our lives. And it really is true!

It may be difficult to convince some children how great wildlife and nature is. With technology these days there’s always a television or iPad readily available from the comfort of inside. Playmobil’s range of wildlife-themed toys is the perfect gateway to unlocking a love for wildlife!

From the African Plains to the Atlantic Ocean, the Playmobil wildlife range has got everything you need to unleash your inner David Attenborough!

1. Pandas

Pandas are characterised by their bold black-and-white coat and big round bodies. They spend hours every day munching on their favourite food – bamboo!  But pandas aren’t completely lazy. They’re also very good swimmers and climbers.

2. Meerkats

Arguably the cutest creatures in the animal kingdom, Meerkats are squirrel-sized members of the Mongoose family. They are super cute. With brown-striped fur and small pointed faces, they originate from the African Plains and live in groups of up to 50 known as ‘mobs’. Meerkats are most famous for standing on their hind legs and watching predators.

3. Zebras

As part of the horse and donkey family,  zebras are the perfect wildlife toy for horse fans. Did you know a herd of zebras is also called a Dazzle? Zebras stripes are completely unique – like fingerprints – and help families to recognise each other. They also make great camouflage!

4. Zoo Gift Set

This set not only comes with a parrot and an antelope to add to your Playmobil wildlife collection, but it also provides some great wildlife accessories such as food and a pool of water for your animals to drink from. Whether you prefer to see wild animals in the zoo or out in their natural habitats, this gift set has some great additions.

5. Fairy With Baby Dragon

Okay, so a Dragon may not technically be wildlife, but they’re still very interesting creatures! The term dragon comes from the Greek word Draconta, which means ‘to watch.’ The Greeks saw dragons as beasts that guarded treasures and valuable items. According to legend, dragons have scaly skin, talons and long snouts. They also have the ability to fly and breathe fire!

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Editors note: This blog was originally published on March 9th, 2018. Updated on October 5th, 2021 to improve the information available.