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Ostheimer wooden animal: experiencing living diversity

Each wooden animal from Ostheimer symbolizes a very special habitat. From the farm to the deep ocean to the dry lands of the desert and dense forests, these wooden figures give nature a sympathetic face. The manufacturer focuses on the design and child-friendly design language, the natural material wood and restrained coloring.

Figures of various animals invite children to explore their world. The warm wood stimulates the sense of touch and retains its high-quality feel for generations. Whether alone or with friends: Around the animal world, it is children who create unique and imaginative stories and use the example of all living creatures to form a picture of cohesion, instinct and character.

Discover different animals in the online shop for Ostheimer products

Ostheimer attaches great importance to variety and attention to detail, which is why many wild animals are available in different versions. For example, there are different species such as monkeys and baboons, but also animals in different sizes – from fully grown animals to young animals.

Gender also plays a role, as there are lions and lionesses that differ in appearance and posture. In addition, the animals vary in their positions: an elephant can have its trunk stretched out or lowered, reflecting different actions in play. This variety among the Ostheimer zoo animals makes play more realistic and encourages children's imagination.

How can animals in different variations be combined with each other?

The wooden zoo animals from Ostheimer can be combined wonderfully in their different variations, as they allow children to recreate complex scenarios. For example, a herd of elephants with adult animals and small baby elephants can be gathered at the watering hole, using the animals in different designs and positions. Such combinations make play dynamic and exciting. Scenarios that can be recreated with different animal variations include the following:

  • A lion family hunting together
  • A herd of elephants roaming the savannah
  • Monkeys swinging from tree to tree and exploring their territory

These creative scenes not only encourage social play, but also promote an understanding of nature and animal behavior.

Is it worth buying animals in different versions?

It is often worth buying the wooden animals in different versions. The different versions allow for more varied and versatile play. Children can recreate different scenes from the animal world and develop their own stories. Having several versions of the same animal greatly expands the possibilities for role-playing, as children can portray the animals in different everyday situations. This adds depth to the game and ensures long-lasting fun. However, not all animals have to move into their new home at once; a family of animals can also be expanded slowly, piece by piece.