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Sea turtles are impressive and resilient species that have been around for the last 100 million years!Their behaviour on coasts, their nesting patterns, etc. are widely researched, but how they do it underwater is still unknown. Unfortunately, all subspecies of sea turtles are endangered, and some are even endangered.A portion of the proceeds from the...
Did you know that sharks were already on earth when dinosaurs were roaming around? They have been around for more than 450 million years!There are a multitude of shark species, more than 450 different ones, and the ones on earth today are species that have evolved from the primitive ones.Sharks are very important in the marine ecosystem because they...
Marine unicorns, also known as narwhals, are aquatic animals, similar to beluga whales, but with a large horn on their head. A horn? Not exactly... It's a tooth!These horns, which can grow up to 3m long and weigh 10kg, are not exclusive to males. There are also females with them, although to a lesser extent. It can be said that this horn is the main...
Ohhhh, a Nemo! No, it's not. It's a clownfish. Clownfish live in the warm waters of the Pacific Ocean, at temperatures between 24 and 27ºC, and their preferred habitat is tucked between the stinging tentacles of corals or sea anemones, as their bright colours make them a tasty appetizer for predators. They measure 5 to 8cm, and need a lot of light,...
Whales are the largest animals on the planet, and they have always been the Dodoland team's favourite animals.We also love these beautiful, friendly and unique giants of the ocean... Now you can have the impressive humpback whale in the palm of your hand!Do you want to start your collection with the whale?
One of the cutest animals in the animal kingdom has just joined the collection. Sea otters are often seen afloat on the surface of the water thanks to their thick fur, which is waterproof and also provides insulation. They are highly survivable, eating between 25% and 40% of their body weight every day to keep warm. So it is not surprising that they can...
Whale sharks are the largest fish in the sea, but they are gentle giants. They have a big appetite, but luckily for most underwater creatures, their favourite food is plankton. They have 300 tiny teeth, but consume food by simply sucking and filtering it through their open mouths. It's a great pity, because these cute and impressive sharks are now...
Killer whales are the largest dolphins in the world, and they are also one of the largest marine predators.However, despite being the "king of the ocean" they face many threats. That's why Dodoland is helping to protect orcas and their habitat by contributing 10% of its orca sales to the Orca Research Trust, an NGO that works to research and conserve...
Everything about blue whales is huge! Their tongue weighs as much as an elephant, their heart is as big as a car, and we could swim through their blood vessels! Their spout of water can reach nine metres high and their newborn calves weigh four tonnes and are eight metres long! Fortunately, the blue whale is a friendly giant, and its food source is...
Come and meet the Bowhead whale, one of the longest-living mammals on the planet. This whale owes its name to its huge bow-shaped mouth, which also makes it look like it's smiling! Its mouth contains 3-metre-long baleen plates made up of 300 plates. It is used to filter plankton and tiny crustaceans such as krill, its favourite food.
Did you know that leopard seals are officially legal residents of New Zealand? Thanks to the research and advocacy of our partners at leopardseals.org, these typically Antarctic creatures are protected in New Zealand.This EUGY is based on a real-life leopard seal named "Owha", which is often seen in New Zealand and has helped us to better understand the...
Dolphins are highly intelligent and social marine mammals known for their playful nature, acrobatic displays, and remarkable abilities such as echolocation. They have one of the largest brains among marine mammals and are known for their complex behaviors. Dolphins are fast swimmers, have unique sleep patterns, and can live up to 60 years or more.
Meet Eugy's Sperm Whale! Did you know that it is the largest toothed animal in the world? Males can be up to 20.5 metres long and weigh more than 50 tons! Its head is a third of its length and it has the largest brain in the world.Each recycled cardboard piece is carefully assembled following simple visual instructions. And once assembled, you'll...
Meet Eugy's platypus! The unusual appearance of this mammal - egg-laying, venomous, with a duck-billed snout, beaver tail and otter feet - puzzled European naturalists when they first saw it, and some considered it to be a counterfeit animal.Each recycled cardboard piece is carefully assembled following simple visual instructions. And once assembled,...