Product Review

Daeodon was an entelodont - a group of prehistoric hoofed mammals that resembled pigs. In fact, Daeodon was once known as "Dinohyus" which means "Terrible Pig". Daeodons had huge heads that could measure up to three feet long, and they were omnivores, which means they ate plants and other animals. Daeodon was discovered in 1878 by paleontologist Edward Drinker Cope, but was not classified as an entelodont until some 30 years later. Many other genera, including Dinohyus, would later be folded into the Daeodon genus. Like all Safari Ltd products, this figurine has been individually hand painted, features quality construction from phthalate and lead-free materials, and includes an educational hangtag in 5 languages. Realistic, educational, and fun, this figurine is suitable for a range of interests, including collectors, enthusiasts, teachers, and kids. Admire it on a shelf, use it in the classroom, or simply enjoy playing with it. The Daeodon figure measures 5 ¼ inches long and 3 ¼ inches tall, or a little bigger than an index card. Its mane, hooves and tail tip are dark brown, and its color fades from brown above to a lighter brown below. Its chin is white, and its fearsome teeth are off-white in its open pink mouth.