A Boston, Massachusetts based consumer group released its list of the 10 Worst Toys for 2009 on Wednesday.

This year's list exposes toy hazards seen year after year, despite continued efforts to educate and inform the industry, according to James Swartz, of World Against Toys Causing Harm, Inc. also known as "WATCH."

The group says an astounding number of defective toys are still reaching the marketplace, as evidenced by the slew of recalls in the last year. In the 12-month period since W.A.T.C.H.'s last "10 Worst Toys" conference, there have been at least 31 toy recalls representing more than four-point-64 million units of dangerous toys in the marketplace.

While chemicals and lead in toys are critical issues that have received much publicity recently, consumers should not overlook other types of hazards.

According to W.A.T.C.H. toxic toys are a serious hazard that can only be detected with sophisticated equipment. However, there are other typical hazards consumers can detect themselves while shopping, including small parts that children can choke on, or toys that may cause impact injuries or pose a risk of strangulation.

The toys that made this years top 10 list are:

THE DARK KNIGHT BATMAN FIGURE:
According to W.A.T.C.H., Batman's mask includes two 1" ears made of pointed, rigid plastic. Toddlers may fall on them with the potential for penetrating and blunt-force injuries.

X-MEN ORIGINS SLASHIN' ACTION WOLVERINE:
According to W.A.T.C.H., it has rigid, pointed plastic claws sporting three 1 1/2" protrusions on both fists. The right "pop-out" claw retracts upon impact, whereas the left claw remains rigid and unforgiving upon contact. Incredibly, there are no warnings on either the box or the toy itself.

PUCCI PUPS MALTESE:
According to W.A.T.C.H., the pet's leash is approximately 35" long, presenting a serious potential strangulation hazard. The industry's standard limits strings on crib and playpen toys to 12" in length. The long, fiber-like hair is not adequately rooted and is easily removable, presenting a choking hazard for small children.

CURIOUS BABY CURIOUS GEORGE COUNTING MY FIRST BOOK OF NUMBERS:
According to W.A.T.C.H., the rod and beads have the potential to dislodge, posing a potentially serious risk of ingestion and choking injuries.

LOTS TO LOVE BABIES "mini nursery":
According to W.A.T.C.H., the tub, however, has a small plastic shower attachment, connected only by a thin plastic cord. Once detached, the shower head fails the industry's inadequate small parts "choke tube" standard.

CAT "rugged mini":
According to W.A.T.C.H., the vehicle's axles and wheels have the potential to separate from the chassis, exposing a solid metal spoke over 3" long, which could cause serious puncture wounds.

SPY GEAR VIPER-BLASTER:
According to W.A.T.C.H., the blaster shoots the supplied "darts" with enough force to potentially cause eye injuries.

JUST KIDZ JUNIOR MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS:
According to W.A.T.C.H., the slender, 4 1/4" drumstick is connected to the xylophone only by a knotted cord. Once separated, the drumstick could block a child's airway.

MOON BOARD POGO BOARD:
According to W.A.T.C.H., numerous "safety tips" are provided on the package, including: "Remember that the cord connecting your Moon Board to the trick handle is elastic. If stretched and released, it could spring back and cause injury"; "Only use your Moon Board in safe areas that are free of any obstacles?."; and "Do not attempt 'tricks' beyond your skill level."

DISNEY-PIXAR WALL-E FOAM ROCKET LAUNCHER:
According to W.A.T.C.H., the packaging contains inconsistent labeling, stating that the projectile toy is "FOR ALL AGES!", while also advising on the back that it is "not recommended for children under three." The rocket launches at a high rate of speed with the potential to cause serious eye injuries.