Does it work outside water?

It is built for water play. On dry land it mostly wiggles in place, so the bath or pool is where it performs best.

What batteries does it need?

It runs on small button-cell batteries, which are usually included. Owners report they need replacing fairly often with regular use.

Zuru rates it for ages 3 and up. The small batteries mean the battery compartment should stay screwed shut and out of reach.

It moves in a similar way but has the axolotl look and moving gills. Both are simple water toys rather than full interactive pets.

Rinse it in fresh water after pool use to keep the mechanism working. Salt water and long soaks are best avoided.

At Blain's Farm & Fleet, for $7.99, as of our latest check.

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