Introducing my Hippo design!

Of course, if you "Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas"... it needs a little Christmas flair, so a Santa Hat version is included!

This one has a snap-fit jaw so you can open that hungry fella's mouth open wide! Check out a quick assembly Demo Video!

Multicolor 3MF included (Compatible with PrusaSlicer, Bambu Studio, Orca Slicer, etc.)!

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Visit my Amazon Storefront for links to the Filaments & Equipment I used. . . PRINTING DETAILS

• Body: Print in place
• Heads (Regular and Santa Hat versions): Snap-fit to Body using Connector Head. There is a small custom brim around the head to help with adhesion. Remove and discard it after printing
• Tail: Snap-fit to Body
• Connector: Use to connect the heads to the body.
• Multicolor 3MF files! (For PrusaSlicer, Bambu Studio, and Orca based slicers)
• -4-Color
• -5-Color
• -with Santa Hat 4-slot (5 colors if you swap the red to another color for the Eyes)
• -with Santa Hat 5-slot (6 colors if you swap the red) (see below for more info)
• 10% Infill (I recommend Gyroid, Crosshatch or 3D Honeycomb)
• 3 Walls. (Assuming 0.4mm nozzle. Adjust wall count to account for alternate nozzle sizes)
• This should generally scale down to about 65% with full articulation, on a well calibrated printer.

Check out this assembly Demo Video !

*This model was designed for FDM printing. It was not designed for Resin printing, and I cannot guarantee good/functional results. Resin print at your own risk.

Attention: Not suitable for unsupervised play by small children or pets, as small parts can pose a choking hazard if broken off due to rough play. Not recommended for children under 3.