Build a smiling Arctic bowhead whale from 34 numbered cardboard pieces while learning about this remarkable long-lived marine mammal.
The EUGY Bowhead Whale 3D Puzzle package measures: 3.15" L x 0.91" W x 6.3" H
Completed puzzle measures: 3.15" L x 1.65" W x 2.48" H
The EUGY Bowhead Whale 3D Puzzle turns an unusual Arctic animal into a hands-on building activity for ages 6 and up. The puzzle contains 34 numbered pieces made from biodegradable cardboard, with non-toxic glue included for assembly. Its layered construction recreates recognizable bowhead features, including the large curved mouth, white chin, baleen, and heart-shaped spout. The finished whale has EUGY's friendly styling while retaining features that help children recognize the real animal.
Building the whale gives children practice following instructions, sequencing numbered parts, and understanding how separate flat pieces combine to create a three-dimensional form. The activity also provides an opportunity to introduce marine biology and discuss how bowhead whales survive in Arctic waters, use baleen to filter food, and can live for more than 200 years. The result combines a craft project, 3D puzzle, and educational animal model that can remain on display after assembly.
Bowhead whales live in Arctic and sub-Arctic waters and are specially adapted to cold, ice-covered seas. Their enormous arched upper jaw gives the species its common name and supports exceptionally long baleen plates instead of teeth. These plates filter small prey such as zooplankton and krill from seawater. Bowheads have massive heads, thick layers of insulating blubber, and can grow to about 60 feet or more in length.
The bowhead is especially notable for its longevity. Scientific evidence indicates that individuals can live for more than 200 years, making bowheads the longest-lived marine mammals known. They remain in northern waters throughout their lives and are capable of navigating environments covered by sea ice. Bowheads are also highly vocal, producing varied calls and songs that play an important role in communication. Their combination of extreme longevity, cold-water adaptations, filter-feeding anatomy, and Arctic habitat makes them an unusual subject for studying marine mammal biology.
Part of the Water Collection by EUGY
EUGY puzzles are made from high quality biodegradable cardboard and eco-friendly inks. Non-toxic glue is included for assembly.
Suitable for Ages 6 and Up.
Product Code: EUG-084
Model Number: EUGY #084
Brand: EUGY
6+ Years
Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years.
