The Mojo Meerkat figure is a delightful representation of this curious and social mammal. This figure captures the meerkat's distinctive upright stance, a behavior they commonly exhibit when surveying their surroundings for predators.
The figure is detailed with realistic fur texture that mimics the meerkat's short, sleek coat. The coloration is well applied, showcasing the meerkat's characteristic sandy brown fur with lighter underparts and darker patches around the eyes.
The face features expressive eyes and a keen, alert expression that brings the meerkat to life.
The figure's pose, standing on its hind legs with front paws held close to the body, perfectly captures the vigilant nature of meerkats in the wild.
The Mojo Meerkat figure measures 1.5" long by 2.4" tall.
Meerkats are small, social mammals belonging to the mongoose family. They are native to the arid regions of southern Africa, including the Kalahari Desert in Botswana, the Namib Desert in Namibia, and parts of South Africa and Angola. Meerkats are well-adapted to their harsh environments, with physical and behavioral traits that enable them to thrive in the desert.
Physically, meerkats are characterized by their slender bodies, long limbs, and pointed snouts. They typically measure about 12 inches in body length, with tails adding an additional 9 inches. Their fur is generally a sandy brown or gray color, providing excellent camouflage against the desert landscape. Dark patches around their eyes help reduce glare from the sun, aiding their sharp vision. Meerkats have long, curved claws that are perfectly adapted for digging, allowing them to create extensive burrow systems where they live in groups called mobs or clans.
Meerkats are highly social animals, living in groups that can consist of up to 30 individuals. These groups are typically made up of multiple family units, led by a dominant breeding pair. The social structure of meerkat clans is complex and cooperative, with members working together to care for young, forage for food, and protect the group from predators. One of the most distinctive behaviors of meerkats is their use of sentinels. While the rest of the group forages or plays, one meerkat will stand guard, keeping an eye out for predators such as birds of prey, snakes, and other threats. This vigilant behavior allows the rest of the group to feed and move about more safely.
Part of the Wildlife Series by Mojo.
Suitable for Ages 3 and Up.
Made of durable synthetic material. Hand Painted.
Product Code: MOJO-387125
Mojo 387125
by Mojo
3+ Years
Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years.
