# 3D Animal Puzzles Dissect and Assemble a Mammoth, Cow, Horse, Pig, Dolphin or Snail By Marissa Liu | Published 2009-12-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-animal-puzzles References: [wmagazine](http://www.wmagazine.com/w/blogs/editorsblog/2009/12/10/what-aaron-wants.html) & [kikkerlandshop](http://www.kikkerlandshop.com/anpu.html) These anatomical 3D animal puzzles from [Kikkerland](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/koala-sponges) are pretty cool. Each measuring about five inches and retailing for $35-$50 these 3D animal puzzles not only provide some insight into the inner workings of animals but can also be used as educational tools. At the moment the [anatomy puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intricate-jigsaw-puzzle) are available in the following animals: mammoth, snail, cow, horse, pig and dolphin. We’re not sure how the animals were picked (it seems pretty random) all we know is we want one. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Educational 3D Puzzles:** The popularity of anatomical 3D puzzles as educational tools presents an opportunity for toy companies and educational institutions to develop and market similar products. - **Animal Anatomy as Decor:** The trend of using animal anatomy models as home decor or office items presents an opportunity for companies in the home decor or office supply industries to produce similar products. - **Integrating Technology Into 3D Puzzles:** Developing technology-enabled 3D puzzles, such as incorporating AR or VR elements, presents an opportunity for tech companies and toy manufacturers to create innovative products. ### Where This Applies - **Toy Industry:** Toy companies can expand their product line to include educational 3D puzzles or develop innovative technology-enabled puzzles to cater to a broader market. - **Education Industry:** Educational institutions can incorporate anatomical 3D puzzles into their teaching tools or work with toy manufacturers to develop custom puzzles for specific educational purposes. - **Home Decor Industry:** Home decor companies can develop and market animal anatomy models as decoration and conversation pieces or collaborate with toy manufacturers to produce unique products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Anatomical Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/giant-skull-with-hidden-organs.md) - [Dinosaur Intricate Puzzle Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dinosaur-fossils-tyrannosaurus-rex.md) - [Dinosaur Fossil Puzzle Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-dinosaur-fossils-trex-skull.md) - [Dinosaur-Themed Puzzle Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dinosaur-fossils-triceratops-skull.md) - [Dog-Themed Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dogthemed-puzzle.md) - [Educational Anatomy Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/giant-heart-with-hidden-cells.md) - [Human Body Discovery Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultimate-squishy-human-body.md) - [DIY Wooden Pinball Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-wooden-puzzle.md) - [Intricate Jigsaw Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intricate-jigsaw-puzzle.md)