What is this made of? Hand-painted makes it sound ceramic but that doesn't sound like a toy for a 3-year old.

Its a hard plastic and yes it's hand painted for detail. That being said it's more a collectors item. There are point ends and thou the minimum age for this toy is 3, I wouldn't give it to a child

is the paint water proof

I contacted the manufacturer & the said that use in water is fine but it is not recommended to be constantly stored in water. So if your intent is bath tub play you will be fine. However if your intent is to submerge it as a fish tank decoration this will eventualy destroy the HYDRA and possibley poison your fish. I hope this helps.

It's about 4" to 4-1/2" tall and about 7-1/2" to 8" wide. My grandson loves playing with his.

Most definitely they look real. The details are truly amazing. I haven't seen anything in any store that comes close to these!

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Description

🐉 Own the legend: Hydra, where myth meets modern mastery!

GIFT READY KID FRIENDLY - No batteries needed, durable plastic build, and a perfect birthday gift that sparks imagination and conversation.
COLLECTORS FANTASY ICON - Join a community of enthusiasts who celebrate mythical creatures with this standout figure from Safari Ltd.'s Tier collection.
INTRICATE DETAILING FINISH - Glossy, shiny purple paint and finely sculpted textures bring this serpent to life with museum-quality craftsmanship.
MYTHICAL MULTI HEADED MARVEL - Experience the legendary Hydra with writhing necks and razor-sharp teeth, a centerpiece for any fantasy collection.
PERFECT DESK OR SHELF DISPLAY - Compact dimensions and lightweight design make it an ideal decorative piece for your modern workspace or home.

The Safari Hydra is a 300-piece, intricately sculpted plastic model figure featuring a glossy shiny purple finish. Measuring 14 x 13.3 x 11.4 cm and weighing 159g, it is designed for decorative display and gift-giving. Part of Safari Ltd.'s Tier collection, this fantasy-themed figure captures the multi-headed serpent from Greek mythology with razor-sharp teeth and writhing necks, appealing to collectors and kids alike.

Specifications

ASIN	B007APP1NO
Additional Features	Intricately Sculpted, Special Finish
Age Range Description	Kid
Are Batteries Required	No
Best Sellers Rank	#240,709 in Toys ( See Top 100 in Toys ) #562 in Kids' Play Fantastic Creature Figures
Brand Name	Safari Ltd.
Collection Name	Tier
Color	Shiny Purple
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (287)
Finish Types	Glossy
Global Trade Identification Number	00095866802004
Is Adult Product?	No
Item Dimensions L x W x H	14L x 13.3W x 11.4H centimeters
Item Type Name	model
Item Weight	159 g
Manufacturer	Safari
Material Type	Plastic
Number of Items	1
Number of Pieces	300
Occasion	Birthday
Package Quantity	1
Pattern	Solid
Recommended Uses For Product	Decorative Display, Gift-Giving
Shape	Novelty
Specific Uses For Product	Indoor
Style	Modern
Team Name	Hydra
Theme	Fantasy
character	Hydra

Reviews

C**.

Beautiful toy

18.07.2020

M**G

とてもいい品物だと思いますディテールや塗装、ポージングも悪くありません個人的には☆5つですただ、本来なら「毒蛇」のはずの「ヒュドラ」に足があるのが人によっては意見が分かれそうなので、☆は4つとさせていただきました以上、個人的な感想でした

3.11.2013

A**R

Extremely well done. Happy with purchase.

16.02.2025

D**C

As is in photos

5.11.2020

S**A

My children love monsters and mythical creatures. So of course we needed to add some to our toy collection. I was hesitant to purchase because of the price tag but it was worth it. They are great quality and will stand up to Childrens play. The colors are nice and have great detail. I will definitely be buying from this brand for now on. It’s a great size too!

7.12.2025

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