Polar Bear by Schleich

Polar bear by Schleich.  Hand painted animal figurine by Scheich.

Model 14800.

4.8" x 2.24" x 2.83".

The polar bear’s habitat is the Arctic.  In winter, the temperature there can drop to -50° Celsius.  Although its fur coat appears white, its hair is transparent and hollow on the inside.  The air inside these hairs is warmed by the sun, so that polar bears do not freeze even at icy temperatures.

Fun fact:  Under their fur polar bears have black skin.  It stores the heat from the sun.

Schleich products are made of various plastics and dyes, which are carefully selected to meet the respective requirements.  Most typically plastics used are polyvinyl chloride (PVC), thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) and acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), in addition to other plastics typical for toys.  Even the material suppliers are subject to strict controls by our quality officers. The dyes used are optimally adapted to the different types of plastic and demonstrate top-rate mechanical and chemical resistance.  They ensure the high durability of Schleich products and make all Schleich pieces saliva and sweat proof as well as abrasion-resistant, and thus ensure that they are completely safe for playing with. Only once a product meets fully all international laws, standards and guidelines for toys is it released for production.  All Schleich articles and materials comply with the national and international toy requirements applicable worldwide, as well as the new European Toy Safety Directive 2009/48/EC and DIN EN 71.

Recommended for 3+.

We love Schleich's realistic animal figures, a quality toy that stimulates the child's imagination as well as teaching them about animals and wildlife.