Are stuffed animals considered statues?

Question : The questioner says: Honorable Shaykh, do stuffed animals fall under the ruling for statues?

Answer : Stuffed animals do not fall under the ruling for statues because they are from the creation of Allah (Mighty and Majestic), but they are stuffed to remain preserved. The issue arises if the price of these stuffed animals is very high and exorbitant. In my view, there is something regarding the permissibility of this, because a lot of money is spent on them and they have no benefit. As for one who stuffs them for the sake of teaching or study, there is nothing wrong with that; there is no harm. As for mere decoration, if the price is modest and not considered extravagance, there is nothing wrong with it. But if it is considered extravagance, then Allah does not love those who are extravagant.