"Wild animals provide a sense of freedom, in particular for children living in urban environments", says child psychologist Barbie Clarke, who has extensively researched about children and their development. The natural habitats of the orangutan, panda, tiger and other DJUNGELSKOG animals are threatened. This concerns many children. "But they’re also curious and want to learn more about the animals", explains Barbie. That’s why DJUNGELSKOG includes a number of books, too.
DJUNGELSKOG Glove puppet, snake/burmese python
Price £ 12
How to get it
Available services
Product features
- Machine washable
A real python can be dangerous, but a soft toy is cosy (and safe) to have as a friend. With the DJUNGELSKOG series your child can create their own world of wildlife and learn more about endangered species.
Article Number404.028.11
Product details
This long python loves to be hugged really hard. In the wild, the long and sleek body can reach 7 metres, but this one is a bit smaller. And if you put your hand in the head's pocket, you can make it speak.
Fits big as well as small hands.
All soft toys are good at hugging, comforting and listening and are fond of play and mischief. In addition, they are reliable and tested for safety.
Designer
Ann-Cathrine Sigrid Ståhlberg
Good to know
IKEA of Sweden AB SE-343 81 Älmhult, IKEA.com
Materials and care
Material
- Fabric:
- 100 % polyester
- Filling:
- 100% polyester - hollow fibre (100% recycled)
Care
Machine wash, max 40°C, mild process.
Do not bleach.
Do not tumble dry.
Do not iron.
Do not dryclean.
Safety and compliance
Recommended for ages from 18 months.This product bears the CE mark.
Weight & measurements
- Length: 171 cm
Package details
DJUNGELSKOG
Article Number404.028.11- Width: 25 cm
- Height: 8 cm
- Length: 40 cm
- Weight: 0.32 kg
- Package(s): 1
Reviews
Fun toyAnonymous reviewerSo much fun with this toy, we description spot on.
Realistic looking snakeAnonymous reviewerThis is the perfect present for boys who are sometimes difficult to buy for. It’s both a soft toy and a glove puppet
Great toyAnonymous reviewerBought is a a gift, child loves it
Better than the real thing!Anonymous reviewerBought this for my grandson who has been asking for a snake! He was delighted with it.
The utter best snake ever.Anonymous reviewerI love it and it's the best.
Best FriendAnonymous reviewerMy little boy loves this snake, now called Stephen. Love the puppet feature and people comment that it is very realistic when he takes it out and about.
Kids love itAnonymous reviewerA firm favourite with my boys, they love to cuddle them in bed
SnakeyAnonymous reviewerMy daughter loves snakes, I do not sonthis was a fab compromise, it has hand compartments to make the mouth snappy
Bought for my granddaughterAnonymous reviewerLovely gift for my granddaughter
Made my daughters summerAnonymous reviewerSo, my daughters favourite gladiator is Viper, we had just been to see the live filming of the next series and called to ikea, she immediately grabbed the snake and fell in love, she has not let him go now for a week, he sleeps in her bed he travels with us. Perfect. Thanks ikea
Does what it shouldAnonymous reviewerMy daughter loves the snake especially because it's a hand puppet so she can "scare" is with it.
So fat & funAnonymous reviewerI love snakes, had pet ones, collect models, buy soft ones too. I usually prefer the more realistic kind but this one is just so big and plump I couldn't resist. Its even better in real life than in pictures I've seen, the patterning is snake-like enough, and there's a built in wiggle-shape so it sits in suitably snaky pose, also curls up nicely. The head is a hand puppet, bit small for my adult hand to fit in but a cool touch for children. The face is a bit bland, I think plastic eyes were needed here, or a bit more embroidery to add live, but overall its great for cuddling and seems good quality.
Soft toy snakeAnonymous reviewerVery soft and nice toy for my daughter but expensive i would buy for 8£maximum, but i payed 12£...
A brilliant find when taking grandchildren on the Easter trail around the storeAnonymous reviewerA massive hit with my animal obsessed 9 year old grandson. It wasn’t immediately obvious it was a puppet but that was a bonus.
Danger noodle!Anonymous reviewerSister absolutely loves it. Uses its puppet mouth to go around biting things and picking things up with it. 10/10 keeps her entertained for hours.
Cecil feels right at homeAnonymous reviewerWas looking for a snake puppet to illustrate a talk I was giving to the young (and not so young) folk in my local church. No prizes for guessing what it was about. I started by searching through Amazon but couldn’t find anything that looked right. Did a general Google search and, to my surprise, I found this chap at IKEA. He looked just right and was cheaper than anything on Amazon. Cecil, as I have called him, looks fantastic, is good quality and an impressive 160cm long. Everyone loved him and want to know when he’s coming back.
Great puppet snakeAnonymous reviewerMy daughter loves to prank people with her pet snake - good quality and value for money considering size of toy
My best friendAnonymous reviewerThe IKEA Burmese python is the best! Soft, cuddly and super cute. I would definitely recommend these and the hand puppet is a great feature. I always visit them when I come into the store. Good value too
This was puchased by myAnonymous reviewerThis was puchased by my other twin grandson after attending the work shop about plastic in the seas at half term who also enjoyed makeing the jellyfish from light shade he origanally wanted a turtle but loves snakes so when he saw that he couldnt help himself
Lovely toyAnonymous reviewerGreat for my toddler. Also love that he's also a hand puppet
Customer reviews
4.8Average rating
65Reviews
Story
Long live the wild animals
DJUNGELSKOG soft toys collection is full of friends to play with and – sometimes – get consolation from. But it has one more important purpose: to highlight wild animals that are endangered due to human activities. Like the orangutan. It lives in Borneo's rainforests where fires and deforestation have reduced their numbers. But it's possible to reverse the trend.
Martin Petri, who works with sustainability at IKEA, was in a rainforest in Borneo in 2016. It was hot and humid. The sound from surrounding wildlife resonated intensively in all directions. High up in a tree, he caught a glimpse of an orangutan dwelling – they were back. "In 1983, a forest fire destroyed 18,500 hectares of rainforest", says Martin. "When Ingvar Kamprad, founder of IKEA, heard about it he wanted to contribute to the restoration of the rainforest. That's why, since 1998, we've financed the project ‘Sow a seed’ which has led to more than 12,500 hectares of rainforest being replanted."
Children care and want to learn more
More rainforest means more orangutans
Humans have the possibility to restore the natural habitats of animals and the biological diversity which provides balance in nature ─ just like in the rainforest Martin Petri visited. “’Sow a seed’ is one of the world’s largest rainforest projects, and has given involved researchers valuable knowledge which will be useful for other rainforests which have burned down or been felled", explains Martin. More rainforest in Borneo means more orangutans swinging between the trees with their long arms. What a beautiful sight.
Quality
Sure, they’re cute but are they safe? Absolutely!
You can rest assured knowing that all our children’s products live up to the highest health and safety standards. We put our toys to the test – up against the toughest in the world (much tougher than any two-year-old). All so you can worry less and they can play more.
Function solution
Soft toys to hug, again and again
We know our soft toys should handle many years of love. That’s why we’ve chosen comfy materials, embroidered eyes, performed rigorous washing tests – and ensured that we test them for harmful chemicals. Simple to keep clean and fresh since they can be machined washed.