Inanimate Animals in Helsinki

How do they like their animals in Finland? Sculpted, painted, posed and not moving.

Down at the harbor, concrete turtles are all over the place. Security barriers disguised as kid's playthings? What's up with the bright lipstick?

On buses, bucolic scenes of a swimming moose. Vomiting seal at a central fountain.

Precious animals populate store windows, from little rabbits to mighty polar bears. Ready to shop?

Posing Polar Bears

No need to go to the zoo or Arctic Circle to see polar bears in Canada. Just visit an airport. Similar to some US airports that are near great outdoor adventure areas, terminals in Canada feature impressive wildlife that can be found nearby. Roar!

"When are they going to call my group number!"

Why stop at simple taxidermy when you can create a whole scene to liven up baggage claim? Learn all about an Arctic ecosystem while waiting for your suitcase.

Have pity on the chased seal.