Ottoia Plush – Soft Stuffed Prehistoric Burrowing Worm Toy

Explore the wonders of the Cambrian era with this Ottoia plush! Soft, detailed, and inspired by its unique burrowing design, this prehistoric companion is perfect for science enthusiasts, kids, and collectors. A fun and educational gift that brings ancient life to your hands!

Animal Facts: 

Ottoia: The Ancient Burrowing Predator

Ottoia is an extinct genus of priapulid worms from the Cambrian period, first discovered in the Burgess Shale in British Columbia. These small, soft-bodied creatures, averaging 8 cm in length, were predators and scavengers that used their eversible proboscis equipped with hooks and teeth to hunt prey like Haplophrentis and even engage in cannibalism.

Living in U-shaped burrows, Ottoia thrived over 500 million years ago, offering significant insights into the evolution of early animal life. Its fossils are among the most abundant in the Burgess Shale, making it an iconic representative of Cambrian fauna.