First name: IAN Animal species: African elephant Endangered (Red List Rating): VU Criticized Species ■About African elephants African elephants are the largest elephants. It can be easily distinguished by very large ears (which help to release excess heat from the body) and front legs, which are noticeably longer than the hind legs. African elephants are found in African steppes and scrublands. They are widespread in eastern and southern Africa, but are especially found in Botswana, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Kenya, Namibia, Mozambique and South Africa. In their habitat, they are often seen eating grass, but they also eat a wide variety of plants and fruits. Food choices vary depending on the season, and they eat more grass during the rainy season than during the dry season. ■About the animals of Calapau Feature 1 This is an interior object (stuffed toy) made for the purpose of protecting wild animals. CARAPAU Portuguese Handcrafts donates a portion of its sales to animal protection organizations around the world.　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 Feature 2 It is handmade by a single woman using traditional Portuguese woolen fabric (brel) that is spun and woven from Portugal wool and shrunk with a lot of effort. (Some of them use Portuguese hemp dough)　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 Feature 3 The surreal expression, highly designed form and color blend in with a variety of interiors, including living rooms, study, bedrooms, and entrance halls. Feature 4 Each animal has a detailed animal setting and name. (Example: Animal species Yellow-tailed sloth, name Brass) Feature 5 Even the same animal has its own unique expression, shape, and color, so buyers can feel that they are their own special one. ■Customer trends It is widely popular among men and women in their 30s to 70s. (Approximate male to female ratio: 60% female, 40% male) Most people buy both for themselves, but some people use them as baby gifts, gifts for grandchildren, and store displays. Also, when you buy a piece, you tend to want to increase your friends, and you can see repeat customers. ■About the package It will be delivered in an original cloth package stamped with a stamp for each animal and a postcard with an ecological explanation for each animal species.