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30 09, 2023

Safari Ltd Model Retirements (2023)

By | September 30th, 2023|Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Press Releases|0 Comments

Everything Dinosaur has provided details of the Safari Ltd model retirements for 2023. The list includes dinosaurs and prehistoric mammals. Ten prehistoric animal figures that Everything Dinosaur stocks are being withdrawn. Items previously retired such as the Wild Safari Edmontosaurus and the Vagaceratops are now running low, as inventory in the distribution chain is used up.

Safari Ltd model retirements.
Confirmation of Safari Ltd model retirements for 2023. The year when the figure was introduced is also recorded. Several figures that were introduced in 2020 are being withdrawn and they are now out of production.

The image (above) shows the models that are being retired. The Vagaceratops and the Wild Safari Edmontosaurus are also officially withdrawn, Everything Dinosaur still has these models available. However, we will not be able to replenish stock. Once current stock has sold out, that will be that.

The baby Pteranodon figure (S301329) and the tube of baby dinosaur models (S90075) are also being retired by Safari Ltd.

To view the range of Safari Ltd prehistoric animal figures in stock at Everything Dinosaur: Safari Ltd Prehistoric Animal Models.

Safari Ltd Model Retirements

The list of retired figures and when the model was first introduced is provided below:

Uintatherium (introduced in 2018).
Qianzhousaurus (introduced in 2020).
Concavenator (introduced in 2020).
Shringasaurus (introduced in 2020).
Edmontosaurus (introduced in 2020).
Diabloceratops (introduced in 2013.
Deinocheirus (introduced in 2017).
Psittacosaurus (introduced in 2017).
Shunosaurus (introduced in 2016).
Citipati (introduced in 2019).
Vagaceratops (previously retired)
Edmontosaurus (previously retired).

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur confirmed, that at present there were no plans for Safari Ltd to retire any other prehistoric animal figures for 2023/4.

The spokesperson added:

“We are sorry to see these models being withdrawn. However, we will retain our current pricing policy and not seek to exploit commercially any model becoming rarer. We do like to alert collectors to model retirements, by doing this, collectors have a chance to acquire the model without having to pay excessive prices.”

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27 09, 2023

Limited-edition Haolonggood Models

By | September 27th, 2023|Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Main Page, Photos, Press Releases|0 Comments

A pair of limited-edition Haolonggood models are being offered for sale. These fantastic dinosaur figures are limited to a production run of just 150 models. The replicas are made from high grade polyurethane and advanced resin. Each figure is supplied with its own beautiful display base. The dinosaurs featured are Daspletosaurus torosus and Pachyrhinosaurus. The models are in 1:20 scale.

Limited-edition Haolonggood models.
Two limited-edition Haolonggood models. An amazing sculpture of the tyrannosaur Daspletosaurus torosus and a brilliant ceratopsian complete with display base (Pachyrhinosaurus).

Limited-edition Haolonggood Models

The two dinosaurs are due to be made in the autumn and should be ready for delivery to customers in time for Christmas (estimate).

Here are the details:

(A). 1:20 Scale Daspletosaurus torosus

A limited-edition (only 150 made) 1:20 scale figure of Daspletosaurus torosus complete with a display base. Model measures 46 cm long, 14 cm wide and stands 19 cm high. Weight 3 kgs. Designed by the chief designer at Haolonggood, hand-painted by Black Mamba artists and made from high grade polyurethane and advanced resin. Age restriction 15+. Scheduled for delivery December 2023. Guide price £299.00 plus shipping (September 2023).

Limited-edition Haolonggood models - the spectacular 1:20 scale Daspletosaurus figure.
The spectacular 1:20 scale Daspletosaurus torosus dinosaur sculpture.

(B) 1:20 Scale Pachyrhinosaurus spp.

A limited-edition (only 150 made) 1:20 scale replica of Pachyrhinosaurus complete with display base. Model measures 31 cm long, 12 cm wide and stands 18 cm high. Weight 3-4 kgs. Designed by the chief designer at Haolonggood, hand-painted by Black Mamba artists and made from high grade polyurethane and advanced resin. Age restriction 15+. Scheduled for delivery December 2023. Guide price £249.00 plus shipping (September 2023).

Limited-edition Haolonggood models - the Pachyrhinosaurus model.
The 1:20 scale Pachyrhinosaurus limited-edition model in lateral view.

To view the range of Haolonggood prehistoric animal models in stock at Everything Dinosaur: Haolonggood Prehistoric Animal Models.

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“As a way of celebrating the partnership between Haolonggood and Everything Dinosaur these two limited-edition figures are being produced. They are simply fabulous and only 150 painted figures of each dinosaur are available in the entire world. We have received numerous enquiries about them already. Haolonggood are building a formidable reputation in the model making market.”

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To enquire about these two spectacular, limited-edition figures (whilst stocks last) contact Everything Dinosaur: Email Everything Dinosaur.

21 09, 2023

Ouranosaurus Thumb Spikes

By | September 21st, 2023|Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products|0 Comments

Everything Dinosaur can confirm that the recently arrived Ouranosaurus figures WuJu and WuWei have thumb spikes. Yes, we have Ouranosaurus thumb spikes. The Haolonggood Ouranosaurus models in stock at Everything Dinosaur are the latest version. These figures have a thumb spike.

Haolonggood Ouranosaurus thumb spikes.
The Haolonggood green Ouranosaurus model (WuJu) with thumb spikes. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Ouranosaurus Thumb Spikes

The earlier production run of these models lacked thumb spikes. However, once this omission had been highlighted, the design team at Haolonggood set about correcting this oversight. The digits on the manus (hand) have been remodelled to reflect more accurately the fossil record.

Everything Dinosaur will post up a short YouTube video in the near future that demonstrates how the model has been amended.

Ouranosaurus thumb spikes.
Everything Dinosaur will post up a short YouTube video highlighting the thumb spikes on the Haolonggood Ouranosaurus dinosaur models. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

To view the range of Haolonggood prehistoric animal models and figures in stock at Everything Dinosaur: Haolonggood Dinosaur and Prehistoric Animal Models.

Quality Dinosaur Figures

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur praised the Haolonggood model range. He highlighted the details found on the two Ouranosaurus models (WuJu and WuWei).

The spokesperson went onto add:

“We intend to post up a short video on Everything Dinosaur’s YouTube channel featuring the two models. Customers have enquired about these Ouranosaurus figures and want to get the more accurate version with the thumb spike. Our video will highlight the thumb spikes helping to inform and reassure our customers.”

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19 09, 2023

Haolonggood Dinosaur Models Set to Arrive

By | September 19th, 2023|Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Main Page, Press Releases|0 Comments

The first shipment of Haolonggood dinosaur models is due to arrive at the Everything Dinosaur warehouse on Wednesday, 20th September (2023). A spokesperson from the UK-based mail order company explained that the shipment had cleared customs. Transport had been arranged to deliver the Haolonggood dinosaur models to Everything Dinosaur. The models should be on-line and available for sale, either late on the 20th or by early Thursday morning (21st).

Haolonggood dinosaur models due into stock.
The shipment of Haolonggood models has cleared UK customs and is scheduled to arrive at Everything Dinosaur’s warehouse on Wednesday, September 20th (2023). Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

For information about Haolonggood dinosaur models and other prehistoric animal figures stocked by Everything Dinosaur: Email Everything Dinosaur.

Haolonggood Dinosaur Models

In total, there will be nineteen different Haolonggood dinosaur models delivered.

Here is the full list:

  • Dicraeosaurus (Yunmi).
  • Nasutoceratops (Huarong) and Nasutoceratops (Yanqing).
  • Ouranosaurus (Wuwei) and Ouranosaurus (Wuju).
  • Tianzhenosaurus (Shixiou) and Tianzhenosaurus (Yangxiong).
  • Pentaceratops (Lioutang) and Pentaceratops (Likui).
  • Apatosaurus (Shijing) and Apatosaurus (Huangxin).
  • Wuerhosaurus (Shiyong) and Wuerhosaurus (Jiaoting).
  • Pachyrhinosaurus (Ivfang) and Pachyrhinosaurus (Guosheng).
  • Edmontonia (Jiezhen) and Edmontonia (Jiebao).
  • Allosaurus (Yangzhi) and Allosaurus (Suochao).
Haolonggood dinosaur models (Allosaurus figures).
The Haolonggood Allosaurus dinosaur models (Allosaurus Yangzhi and Suochao).

Haolonggood Allosaurus Figures

Haolonggood tend to create two colour variants of each prehistoric animal model that they manufacture. The picture (above) shows the new Haolonggood Allosaurus figures. The model on the left is Suochao, whilst the blue Allosaurus on the right of the image is Yangzhi. Both these Allosaurus models will be in stock at Everything Dinosaur.

The spokesperson commented that this was a substantial shipment and team members would do all they could to ensure the figures were available for sale on the company’s website as quickly as possible.

To view the range of prehistoric animal models and figures available from Everything Dinosaur: Dinosaur and Prehistoric Animal Models and Figures.

To view the Haolonggood range of models: Haolonggood Prehistoric Animal Models.

17 09, 2023

Dicraeosaurus Scale Drawing

By | September 17th, 2023|Adobe CS5, Dinosaur and Prehistoric Animal Drawings, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Press Releases|0 Comments

Everything Dinosaur has commissioned a Dicraeosaurus scale drawing to use in a fact sheet in anticipation of the arrival of the Haolonggood Dicraeosaurus model. The Haolonggood shipment is due to arrive at the company’s warehouse in a few days.

Dicraeosaurus scale drawing.
Everything Dinosaur has commissioned a Dicraeosaurus scale drawing to accompany the fact sheet being written in anticipation of the arrival of the Haolonggood Dicraeosaurus model. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Dicraeosaurus Scale Drawing

The Haolonggood Dicraeosaurus sauropod model has a scale of 1:35. The figure measures a fraction under 36 cm long. It stands approximately 9.5 cm high.

Two species have been named. Both the type species Dicraeosaurus hansemanni and the potentially geologically younger D. sattleri are known from numerous skeletons, many of which are nearly complete. Dicraeosaurus had a short neck, and a relatively large head. The jaws were more robust than those of other diplodocids. It is likely that this sauropod fed on coarse plant material.

Haolonggood Dicraeosaurus dinosaur model.
The green Haolonggood Dicraeosaurus dinosaur model.

To view the range of dinosaur and prehistoric animal models available from Everything Dinosaur: Dinosaur and Prehistoric Animal Models and Figures.

Dicraeosaurus is regarded as one of the largest of the dicraeosaurid dinosaurs. Palaeontologists estimate that it grew to a length of around fifteen metres.

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur commented that the team members were looking forward to the arrival of the Haolonggood models.

The spokesperson added:

“We expect the PNSO and Haolonggood shipments to arrive at our warehouse on the same day. It is likely that they will arrive next Wednesday [20th September]. We have made plans to ensure we can unpack the shipment rapidly and then get these sets of figures on-line quickly. We have also allocated some time that day to contact all those customers who wanted to be informed when the PNSO and Haolonggood figures arrived.”

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12 09, 2023

PNSO Dayong the Yangchuanosaurus

By | September 12th, 2023|Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Press Releases|0 Comments

The new for late 2023 PNSO Dayong the Yangchuanosaurus, a replica of a metriacanthosaurid theropod is coming into stock at Everything Dinosaur. The Yangchuanosaurus figure will be in stock in a few weeks. The Yangchuanosaurus is the latest theropod to be announced in PNSO’s mid-size model range.

Dayong the Yangchuanosaurus
The new for late 2023 Dayong the Yangchuanosaurus from PNSO. Yangchuanosaurus has been classified as a metriacanthosaurid theropod dinosaur.

PNSO Dayong the Yangchuanosaurus

Named and described in 1978 (Dong et al), Yangchuanosaurus was a member of the Allosauroidea superfamily. It was an apex predator, with some palaeontologists estimating that this dinosaur reached lengths in excess of ten metres. The new for 2023 Yangchuanosaurus is more sensibly proportioned. The model measures 22.5 cm in length.

Yangchuanosaurus model measurements.
The metriacanthosaurid theropod dinosaur model measures 22.5 cm long and stands 6.4 cm tall.

To view the range of PNSO dinosaur and prehistoric animal models in stock at Everything Dinosaur: PNSO Age of Dinosaurs Prehistoric Animal Models.

Theropod Dinosaur Model with an Articulated Jaw

PNSO has already introduced models of Yangchuanosaurus. There is a small figure of Yangchuanosaurus, and it features in a 1:35 scale diorama with the stegosaur Chungkingosaurus. This is the first Yangchuanosaurus figure made by PNSO that has an articulated lower jaw.

The Yangchuanosaurus dinosaur model has an articulated jaw.
The PNSO Yangchuanosaurus dinosaur model has an articulated jaw.

Yangchuanosaurus Accessories

The model is supplied with an A3-sized Sci-Art poster along with a fully illustrated, 64-page colour booklet. A QR code on the packaging links to a product video. Dayong the Yangchuanosaurus is also supplied with a transparent support stand.

Dayong the Yangchuanosaurus poster and accessories.
The PNSO Yangchuanosaurus dinosaur figure is supplied with a full-colour, 64-page illustrated booklet, a Sci-Art poster and there is a QR code that links to a product video.

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur commented that the Albertosaurus, Megalosaurus and Gorgosaurus PNSO figures were due into stock in a few days. The Yangchuanosaurus would be following in a second shipment along with another new PNSO figure.

Yangchuanosaurus in the landscape.
Yangchuanosaurus in the landscape.

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11 09, 2023

Wild Safari Prehistoric World Therizinosaurus

By | September 11th, 2023|Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products, Press Releases|0 Comments

A Wild Safari Prehistoric World Therizinosaurus is to be added to the range of prehistoric animal figures offered by Safari Ltd. An image of this new theropod dinosaur model has been included in documents sent to Everything Dinosaur. A spokesperson for the UK-based mail order company explained that the figure was likely to be in stock early in 2024.

Wild Safari Prehistoric World Therizinosaurus
The first official image of the soon to be introduced Wild Safari Prehistoric World Therizinosaurus dinosaur model.

To view the extensive range of Safari Ltd prehistoric animal models available from Everything Dinosaur: Wild Safari Prehistoric World Models.

The Wild Safari Prehistoric World Therizinosaurus Model

Formally named and scientifically described in 1954 (Maleev), this dinosaur is famous for its huge hand claws. Size estimates vary, but some palaeontologists suggest Therizinosaurus could have reached a length of ten metres and stood around five metres tall. Fossils of Therizinosaurus cheloniformis are rare. This dinosaur’s body shape and size has been inferred by studying more complete specimens of smaller maniraptoran relatives such as Nanshiungosaurus and Erliansaurus.

Puzzling therizinosaurs - a scale drawing of Therizinosaurus.
Huge “scythe lizard”. A scale drawing of Therizinosaurus. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Model Measurements

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur stated that the model had a length of 16.8 cm (6.6 inches). It stood 16.4 centimetres high (6.4 inches tall).

The spokesperson also confirmed that the Wild Safari Prehistoric World Therizinosaurus dinosaur model was likely to be in stock at Everything Dinosaur early in 2024.

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10 09, 2023

Over 600 Feefo Product Reviews!

By | September 10th, 2023|Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Main Page, Press Releases|0 Comments

Everything Dinosaur has received a whopping 647 Feefo product reviews over the last few months. Feefo, the independent ratings agency records comments from customers and feedback on products. As well as receiving hundreds of comments about customer service, nearly 650 product reviews have been received.

Feefo product feedback
Over the last few months Everything Dinosaur has received a colossal 647 feedback comments about products from customers. The average product rating from customers was an amazing 4.9 out of 5 stars. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Feefo Product Reviews

Feefo is one of the world’s largest verified buyer reviews platforms.

Feefo helps to empower businesses like Everything Dinosaur by collecting genuine, verified customer reviews and insights. This feedback provides visitors to our website with extra assurance and allows Everything Dinosaur to relate real customer purchasing experiences.

Over 93% of the product reviews received are 5-star reviews. An amazing 642 out of 647 product reviews from customers are either 4-star or 5-star (99.2%).

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“We would like to thank all our reviewers who have submitted feedback to Feefo about us. The comments we have received help us to improve our business. Everything Dinosaur has received an amazing 647 reviews over the last few months. We are immensely proud to have earned such an astonishing number of 5-star reviews.”

Customer Service Reviews

In addition to the product reviews, Everything Dinosaur has received hundreds of customer service reviews. Of the 324 customer service reviews received over this period, 320 of them are 5-star reviews. The other four reviews are 4-star reviews.

With this level of independently verified customer reviews, Everything Dinosaur has one of the best business ratings for customer service in worldwide retail.

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6 09, 2023

Papo Kronosaurus Video

By | September 6th, 2023|Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Everything Dinosaur videos, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products|0 Comments

Everything Dinosaur has produced a short YouTube video review of the recently introduced Papo Kronosaurus marine reptile figure. In this brief video, team members take a detailed look at the Papo Kronosaurus and explain why this figure has a tail fin.

The Everything Dinosaur review of the recently introduced Papo Kronosaurus model. Video credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Video credit: Everything Dinosaur

Reviewing the Papo Kronosaurus

Our YouTube video lasts a little over three minutes. We wanted to give model collectors the opportunity to take a closer look at the Papo Kronosaurus replica. The official image released by Papo does not highlight the excellent quality of this model. Everything Dinosaur wanted to create a video and publish photographs to assist collectors with purchase decisions.

Papo Kronosaurus marine reptile model.
The Papo Kronosaurus marine reptile photographed in lateral view. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

To view the extensive range of Papo prehistoric animal figures and models in stock at Everything Dinosaur: Papo Prehistoric Animal Models.

Kronosaurus Markings and the Tail Fin

The video begins with the Kronosaurus model being introduced. Comments are made about the figure having a typical Papo appearance. The head and the teeth are examined in detail. The narrator moves on to discuss the flippers and the presence of skin parasites, probably barnacles on the marine reptile figure. This Kronosaurus model has a cloaca.

The video format (chapters):

00:00 – Papo Kronosaurus!
00:48 – Typically Papo!
01:00 – Head and Teeth.
01:22 – Kronosaurus Flippers.
01:51 – Cloaca Watch!
02:08 – Tail Fin Shape!
02:52 – Congratulations Papo.

A section of the Everything Dinosaur video is dedicated to explaining why the figure has been given a tail fin. Tail fins/flukes in the Plesiosauria remains a controversial area. There is some evidence within the fossil record. However, the Plesiosauria is such a diverse clade that there may have been many different shapes and sizes of tail appendage. Most palaeontologists agree, that if a tail fin or fluke was present on Kronosaurus, it probably did not play a huge role in locomotion. The tail fin or fluke would have probably helped to stabilise the predator as it manoeuvred.

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Congratulating Papo

The video concluded with the narrator praising the Papo prehistoric animal model range and congratulating the company for producing an excellent Kronosaurus.

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31 08, 2023

New Schleich Dinosaur Models for 2024

By | August 31st, 2023|Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Press Releases|0 Comments

Six new Schleich dinosaur models have been announced for 2024. These six new figures will be in stock at Everything Dinosaur by the middle of December 2023. Technically, these model introductions represent five brand new figures with what looks like to be a new colour version of the Schleich Brachiosaurus.

New Schleich dinosaur models (2024).
Five new Schleich dinosaur models and one repainted Brachiosaurus figure. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Schleich Dinosaur Models

The five new dinosaur figures are:

  • Allosaurus – a Late Jurassic theropod most famously associated with the Morrison Formation.
  • Bajadasaurus – a dicraeosaurid sauropod from the Early Cretaceous of Argentina.
  • Concavenator – a carcharodontosaurid theropod from the famous Las Hoyas fossil site in Spain.
  • Moros intrepidus – a small tyrannosauroid theropod from Cedar Mountain Formation exposures in Utah.
  • Stegosaurus – an armoured dinosaur also most famously associated with the Morrison Formation.

The sixth figure seems to be a new version of the Schleich Brachiosaurus model that was originally introduced in 2017. The Schleich Brachiosaurus figure has been praised for its tactile qualities.

Schleich Brachiosaurus model.
Schleich Brachiosaurus dinosaur model. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

The Schleich Brachiosaurus figure is reputed to be currently the top selling dinosaur model in the Schleich range.

To view the range of Schleich dinosaur and prehistoric animal models in stock: Schleich Dinosaur and Prehistoric Animal Figures.

In Stock at Everything Dinosaur December (2023)

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur confirmed that all six dinosaur models were due to be in stock by the middle of December (2023).

The spokesperson added:

“Over the autumn season we expect to be able to post up details of other new models from manufacturers. We expect to be able to announce news of new for 2024 Safari Ltd models. Later in the autumn we will be providing details about new figures from CollectA.”

Moros intrepidus

The early Late Cretaceous theropod Moros intrepidus is an interesting choice for Schleich. Named and described in 2019, Moros is known from fragmentary fossils including teeth and hind limb bones. The fossils were found in sediments representing the lower Mussentuchit Member of the Cedar Mountain Formation. Palaeontologists estimate that Moros lived around 96 million years ago. The apex predator role was still dominated by allosauroids. It was only later that tyrannosaurs took over the role of apex predators in North America.

To read Everything Dinosaur’s article about the discovery of M. intrepidus: Fleet-footed Tyrannosaur Leaps a 70-million-year-gap.

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