These large rodents use their paddle shaped tails for swimming and to signal danger. They gnaw through trees with their strong front teeth, eat the bark and use the branches for building their homes in the water. The Wild Safari North American Wildlife series was designed for the hands of the smaller child. Each figure is finely hand painted and sculpted by experts which ensures authenticity. By providing educational information in five languages, we encourage the awareness of these endangered wild animals and their habitats throughout the world.