Everything Dinosaur News and Updates

29 09, 2022

Assessing a Special Atlasaurus for a Customer

By Mike|2024-07-27T20:18:30+01:00September 29th, 2022|Categories: Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products, Press Releases|0 Comments

Team members at Everything Dinosaur have been busy assessing an Atlasaurus dinosaur model at the request of a customer. The UK-based mail order company had been contacted by a potential customer in America who was looking to purchase an Eofauna Scientific Research Atlasaurus figure.

The customer was seeking assurance that the head of the model was painted accurately. We were happy to oblige and sent some images of the dinosaur model we had selected so that the customer could see the quality of the Eofauna Scientific research models that are currently stocked.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

The Eofauna Scientific Research Atlasaurus Model

Introduced in 2019, the Eofauna Scientific Research Atlasaurus dinosaur model continues to be popular amongst dinosaur fans and model collectors. It was the first sauropod figure made by this company and it has received praise and positive feedback. However, our American contact wanted to be sure that they would be getting a model with an excellent paint scheme. Team members were happy to email over images of the Atlasaurus model that they had chosen.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Checking Prehistoric Animal Models for Customers

An Atlasaurus model was selected and team members carefully checked the painting of the head and body of the figure. The replica was checked and then once the images had been received by the American client, it was simply a case of waiting to hear back from the USA.

The customer approved our selection, placed an order on the Everything Dinosaur website and the Atlasaurus was on its way to the USA the next day.

Assessing an Atlasaurus

Whether it’s assessing an Atlasaurus or checking over a Camarasaurus we are quite happy to assist customers with their model selections.

Everything Dinosaur stocks a wide range of Eofauna Scientific Research prehistoric animal models. To view these models on Everything Dinosaur’s user-friendly website: Eofauna Scientific Research Models.

The Everything Dinosaur website: Dinosaur Toys.

26 09, 2022

The Fantastic PNSO Deinocheirus Model

By Mike|2024-03-19T16:50:15+00:00September 26th, 2022|Categories: Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Press Releases|4 Comments

Everything Dinosaur will be stocking the new for 2022 PNSO Deinocheirus model. A stunning replica of a bizarre theropod dinosaur. Jacques the PNSO Deinocheirus is already on its way to Everything Dinosaur and it is expected to arrive at the company’s UK warehouse in the next few weeks (November 2022).

PNSO Jacques the Deinocheirus model. — *The beautifully painted, feathered theropod – Jacques the Deinocheirus dinosaur model.*

Jacques the PNSO Deinocheirus Model

The figure is based on the very latest scientific reconstruction of this giant ornithomimosaur which was named and described in 1970. The arms of this biped, at around 2.4 metres in length, are amongst the largest arms of any known member of the Theropoda. The PNSO replica has been given plenty of plumage on its forelimbs and a long tail with a tuft of feathers on the end.

*The PNSO Jacques the Deinocheirus dinosaur model.*

PNSO Deinocheirus Model Measurements

The model measures a fraction over 29.2 cm in length and that prominent hump and beautifully detailed head stand over 12 cm off the ground. Jacques the Deinocheirus is part of the very popular PNSO mid-size model range.

To read an article from 2014 about the re-description of Deinocheirus following more substantial fossil finds: Deinocheirus Done and Dusted for Now at Least.

Expected to Arrive at the Same Time as the Sinopliosaurus

The new PNSO Deinocheirus figure is the last, scheduled PNSO prehistoric animal model to be introduced this year. It will be on the same shipment as the PNSO Sinopliosaurus figure that we at Everything Dinosaur announced in August: PNSO Adding a Sinopliosaurus Dinosaur Model.

Supplied with Poster, Booklet and QR Code

The PNSO Jacques the Deinocheirus model has an articulated jaw. It is supplied with a sci-art poster, a 64-page, fully illustrated booklet and the box has a QR code on it permitting access to a short product video.

PNSO Deinocheirus supplied with a poster and booklet. — The new PNSO Deinocheirus dinosaur model is supplied with a full-colour, illustrated booklet and a sci-art poster. Customers can also scan a QR code to gain access to a short video that explains how the model was created.

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur welcomed the new PNSO figure and confirmed that it was scheduled to be in stock in November.

To view the large range of PNSO prehistoric animal models available from Everything Dinosaur: PNSO Age of Dinosaurs.

25 09, 2022

Everything Dinosaur’s Latest Customer Newsletter

By Mike|2024-03-19T16:51:36+00:00September 25th, 2022|Categories: Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Newsletters, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Press Releases|0 Comments

Everything Dinosaur’s customer newsletter for September features the latest Rebor replicas to arrive, a chance to purchase rare Rebor museum quality Titanoboas and two CollectA deluxe dinosaurs including the recently introduced CollectA deluxe Triceratops horridus dinosaur model.

The new Rebor non-scale, diorama display bases “Summer Kisses and “Winter Tears” provide the headlines for our latest customer communication.

Everything Dinosaur’s Customer Newsletter – Rebor Replicas

“Summer Kisses” and “Winter Tears” are the first, bespoke diorama bases to be introduced into Rebor’s extensive model range. They contain amazing detail and the tree stump featured on the bases provides extra support and stability for Rebor replicas. To read about these exciting new additions: Looking at “Winter Tears” and “Summer Kisses”.

Please note, the outer packaging for these figures has been damaged in transit to our warehouse. Whilst we have opened, inspected and checked all the display bases, unfortunately the outer packaging for the Rebor Non-scale Diorama bases is below the standard one would normally expect.

Rebor T. rex Models “Kiss” and “Tusk”

Also prominent in Everything Dinosaur’s customer newsletter are the two new Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex models “Kiss” and “Tusk”. The “Kiss” T. rex figure has been given lips, whilst “Tusk” reflects a more conventional view with T. rex being lipless and having an overbite.

Both newly introduced theropod replicas have proved to be extremely popular with model collectors.

Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex figures "Kiss" and "Tusk". — The two new for 2022 Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex models feature in Everything Dinosaur’s September customer newsletter. The Rebor “Tusk” a dinosaur model without lips and an overbite is left, whilst the lipped Rebor “Kiss is “right”. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Rebor Titanoboa Museum Class Maquettes

Customers who have subscribed to Everything Dinosaur’s free newsletter have also been given an update on the availability of the two special-edition Rebor Titanoboa maquettes “Brian Diccus” and “Monty Resurgent”. These 1:11 scale replicas were originally introduced in 2021 but are now becoming increasingly rare and difficult to obtain. Fortunately, for model collectors Everything Dinosaur does still have these figures in stock.

To view the wide selection of Rebor models available from Everything Dinosaur: Rebor Replicas Figures and Models.

Rebor Titanoboa figures. — *The two, special-edition Rebor Titanoboa Museum Class maquettes feature in the latest Everything Dinosaur customer newsletter. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

CollectA Deluxe Prehistoric World Figures

The latest edition of the Everything Dinosaur customer newsletter also features the recently arrived CollectA Deluxe Triceratops horridus model and highlights the best-selling CollectA Deluxe Edmontosaurus. These ornithischian models demonstrate the quality of workmanship associated with the CollectA ranges.

CollectA Deluxe Triceratops horridus and CollectA Edmontosaurus — The Everything Dinosaur September newsletter features the recently arrived CollectA Deluxe Triceratops horridus and the best-selling CollectA Deluxe Edmontosaurus. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

To view the range of CollectA deluxe figures in stock: CollectA Deluxe Prehistoric World Models.

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur explained that the company sends out informative and helpful product updates from time to time and recommended that model collectors subscribe.

Contact Everything Dinosaur to request joining our newsletter mailing list: Email Everything Dinosaur.

24 09, 2022

A Special Sinopliosaurus Drawing

By Mike|2024-03-19T16:51:57+00:00September 24th, 2022|Categories: 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 Sinopliosaurus drawing as they prepare for the arrival of the PNSO Sinopliosaurus dinosaur model later in the autumn. The Sinopliosaurus illustration will be used in a free fact sheet that team members intend to send out with product sales.

Sinopliosaurus drawing commissioned by Everything Dinosaur — *Everything Dinosaur’s commissioned Sinopliosaurus illustration. This drawing will feature on the Sinopliosaurus fact sheet that the company is producing. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur*

Resolving Taxonomy and Size Issues

It is our intention to produce a scale drawing of this putative spinosaurid. This in itself is quite a challenge as the fossils ascribed to this theropod have had a long and complicated taxonomic history. In addition, the size of this Chinese member of the Spinosauridae remains unknown, such is the fragmentary nature of the fossil material. If Sinopliosaurus (S. fusuiensis) is a synonym for Siamosaurus, the first reported and formally scientifically described spinosaurid from Asia* then size estimates would range between five and in excess of nine metres in length.

PNSO Chongzuo the Sinopliosaurus dinosaur model. — PNSO are adding a second member of the Spinosauridae family to their mid-size model range. Joining Essien the Spinosaurus is Chongzuo the Sinopliosaurus. This figure is due to be in stock at Everything Dinosaur in the late autumn (2022). Team members are researching and writing a fact sheet for this theropod dinosaur.

Siamosaurus suteethorni was named and described in 1986 (Éric Buffetaut and Rucha Ingavat), the absence of more substantial and complete fossil material, especially skull material has made estimating the potential size of these Early Cretaceous theropod dinosaurs extremely difficult.

Sinopliosaurus Drawing

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“We congratulate PNSO for adding a replica of such an enigmatic Chinese fossil specimen to their Age of Dinosaurs mid-size model range. Whilst we welcome the introduction of some of the less well-known theropods, the addition of the Sinopliosaurus has given us a headache when it comes to researching and producing the free fact sheet on this dinosaur. However, we are confident that we will be able to rise to the challenge and anyway, we could always consult our customers and get their input on this matter.”

The PNSO Chongzuo the Sinopliosaurus is expected in stock at Everything Dinosaur later in the autumn, perhaps early to mid-November (2022).

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

21 09, 2022

Beautiful Rebor Summer Kisses Winter Tears Diorama Bases

By Mike|2024-04-13T08:58:18+01:00September 21st, 2022|Categories: Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products, Press Releases|0 Comments

The Rebor Summer Kisses Winter Tears diorama bases are in stock at Everything Dinosaur. Two fantastic prehistoric animal display bases. These are the first, bespoke diorama bases to have been made by Rebor and as their names suggest each base depicts the same landscape but in a different season. The Winter Tears base depicts an arid environment typical of the dry season, whilst Summer Kisses is verdant and lush, illustrating a landscape after recent rains.

Suitable for Lots of Different Dinosaurs

The two beautifully painted diorama display bases can be used with a huge range of dinosaur and prehistoric animal figures. For example, team members posed a Rebor Vanilla Ice tyrannosaur figure on a base. This theropod model, one that was introduced by Rebor in 2018, looks very much at home on both Winter Tears and Summer Kisses.

Rebor dinosaur model on display. — *The Rebor tyrannosaur figure Vanilla Ice Mountain on the “Winter Tears” display base. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

Lots of Details on the Bases

Each base has lots of detail, including stones and plenty of small sticks. A large tree stump towards the rear of each base provides additional support for any prehistoric figure that is to be displayed. Both Summer Kisses and Winter Tears are made from durable polystone and there is plenty of space amongst the debris to position a prehistoric animal figure securely.

Close-up view of the Rebor tyrannosaur model Vanilla Ice Mountain on the "Summer Kisses" display base. — *A close-up view of the Rebor tyrannosaur model Vanilla Ice Mountain on the “Summer Kisses” display base. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“We congratulate the manufacturer for producing such detailed display bases. The Rebor Summer Kisses Winter Tears diorama bases represent the same piece of landscape, but in different seasons – a dry season and a wet season.”

To view the range of Rebor prehistoric animal figures and the display bases in stock at Everything Dinosaur: The Rebor Dinosaur and Prehistoric Animal Model Collection.

Note: The outer packaging for these figures has been damaged in transit to our warehouse. Whilst we have opened, inspected and checked all the display bases, unfortunately the outer packaging for the Rebor Non-scale Diorama bases is below the standard one would normally expect.

20 09, 2022

New Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex Figures in Stock

By Mike|2024-04-13T08:56:47+01:00September 20th, 2022|Categories: Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products, Press Releases|0 Comments

New for 2022 Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex figures in stock at Everything Dinosaur. The Rebor T. rex Kiss Mountain and the Rebor T. rex Tusk King T. rex Requiem figures have arrived at Everything Dinosaur’s warehouse. The “Kiss” figure has been given lips, whilst the “Tusk” replica has a more typical overbite as seen in earlier Rebor tyrannosaurs.

Rebor T. rex Kiss Mountain dinosaur model. — *The Rebor Kiss T. rex figure (Mountain), this tyrannosaur model has been given lips. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

The Rebor T. rex Kiss Mountain Model

The Rebor T. rex Kiss Mountain model measures a little over 40 cm in length and that impressive head stands around 14 cm off the ground. Like its counterpart figure T. rex Tusk, this figure has a declared scale of 1:35.

Rebor Kiss Mountain T. rex model — *A dinosaur model with lips. The new for 2022 Rebor T. rex Kiss Mountain model in 1:35 scale. A wonderful model of a Tyrannosaurus rex. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

Rebor T. rex Tusk King T. rex Requiem Model

The Rebor T. rex figure called Tusk (T. rex Tusk King T. rex Requiem) has a colouration superficially similar to the original Rebor King T. rex, which was the second tyrannosauroid model to be made by Rebor. It has an articulated jaw and moveable arms, but depicts this iconic tyrannosaur without lips. Tusk is the same size and scale as the Kiss figure.

Such is the stability of these excellent theropods, that they were able to be placed on the office carpet without the need of the clear, plastic support that is supplied with these figures.

Rebor T. rex Tusk dinosaur model. — The Rebor T. rex Tusk King T. rex Requiem model is supplied with a transparent plastic support base, but our models appear quite stable even standing on our office carpet without the need for the support stand. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Both models have been beautifully painted and show some stunning details. A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur commented on the impressive lacrimal crests of these models, particularly the crimson-coloured crests of Tusk.

A close-up view of the Rebor T. rex Tusk figure. — *A close-up view of the detail on the head of the Rebor T. rex Tusk dinosaur model. The Rebor figure has most impressive lacrimal crests. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex Figures in Stock

To view the range of Rebor dinosaur and prehistoric animal models stocked by Everything Dinosaur: Rebor Prehistoric Animal Models and Figures.

18 09, 2022

A Special Patagotitan Scale Drawing

By Mike|2024-04-13T08:59:18+01:00September 18th, 2022|Categories: Dinosaur and Prehistoric Animal Drawings, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Press Releases|0 Comments

Everything Dinosaur has commissioned a Patagotitan scale drawing as the company prepares for the arrive of a Patagotitan model from Safari Ltd. The Wild Safari Prehistoric World Patagotitan replica is due to arrive in stock at Everything Dinosaur in just a few days. This titanosaur figure is a new for 2022 Safari Ltd dinosaur model.

A Scale Drawing of the Huge Titanosaur Patagotitan mayorum

Wild Safari Prehistoric World Patagotitan Model

Fortunately for Everything Dinosaur’s packing team, the Wild Safari Prehistoric World Patagotitan model is not a life-size replica. At more than thirty metres in length, this dinosaur could just about fit inside our warehouse, but it would be a tight squeeze.

The model is quite sizeable it measures a fraction over 38 cm in length, which if you consider the replica as a scale model, it would have a scale ratio of around 1:100.

Giant Dinosaur Fossils

Giant fossils of at least seven individual titanosaurs were discovered in southern Argentina in 2014. After an extensive study, this dinosaur was finally named in 2017. Perhaps one of the largest land animals to have ever lived, the binomial scientific name is Patagotitan mayorum. The name translates as “the Mayo family’s Patagonian titan”, as the fossils were found on the Mayo ranch in Patagonia.

To read about the fieldwork and the excavation of the fossil material: Biggest Dinosaur of All – New Contender.

*The new for 2022 Wild Safari Prehistoric World Patagotitan model. This titanosaur model measures over 38 cm long which effectively makes this figure a 1:100 scale model.*

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur confirmed that the new for 2022 Patagotitan model should be in stock at Everything Dinosaur in a few days.

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

13 09, 2022

Top Marks for Everything Dinosaur

By Mike|2022-10-18T10:22:16+01:00September 13th, 2022|Categories: Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Main Page, Press Releases|0 Comments

Everything Dinosaur has continued to maintain its 5-star customer service rating with the independent ratings agency Feefo. The UK-based company that specialises in the sale of dinosaur models, toys and games has maintained its extremely high rating for customer service, despite the current economic difficulties and global supply issues.

Everything Dinosaur wins the Platinum Trusted Service Award — Everything Dinosaur’s certificate confirming the Platinum Trusted Service Award. Everything Dinosaur has been able to maintain its extremely high customer service rating throughout the first three quarters of 2022.

To view the independent customer reviews about Everything Dinosaur’s customer service and their products on Feefo’s website: Independent Customer Reviews About Everything Dinosaur.

Customers Recommend Everything Dinosaur

There are currently over four hundred independent, genuine customer reviews about Everything Dinosaur on Feefo’s website. The feedback and comments come from customers from all over the world, from Europe, the USA, Canada, Asia and Australia/New Zealand.

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“We are grateful for all the feedback and comments that we receive. We are truly humbled to have been able to maintain top marks for our customer service and product quality despite the unprecedented difficulties surrounding the trading environment at the moment.”

Recent Examples of Customer Feedback

Typical examples of customer feedback received by Everything Dinosaur include this comment from long-time customer Mary:

“Everything Dinosaur did their usual trick of making us feel like their only customers, keeping us advised where the order was at all times, and in general making buying dinosaurs absolutely painless!”

Linda provided feedback stating:

“Great people to deal with. Always answer all questions nearly immediately. The products are such high quality. Love everything dinosaurs you’re the best!!!!!!”

Fabrizio wrote from Italy:

“Really good service.”

A few days earlier we heard from Rafael from Brazil who sent feedback stating:

“Ótimo serviço. Em relação ao produto estava tudo nos conformes. Comprarei novamente.”

Team members at Everything Dinosaur replied in Brazilian Portuguese thanking him for his comments which roughly translate as:

“Great service. In relation to the product everything was in compliance. I will buy again.”

Feefo 2022 Awards. — *Everything Dinosaur wins the Platinum Service Award in 2022. Everything Dinosaur has won numerous awards for its customer service.*

The spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur added that team members were working hard to maintain customer service standards as they prepare for the busy fourth quarter trading period. He thanked all the customers who had taken the time and trouble to leave feedback.

To visit Everything Dinosaur’s award-winning website: Everything Dinosaur.

11 09, 2022

Brilliant and Rare CollectA Deluxe 1:15 Scale Dinosaurs in Stock

By Mike|2024-03-09T17:08:24+00:00September 11th, 2022|Categories: Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products, Press Releases|0 Comments

The two CollectA deluxe 1:15 scale dinosaur models are back in stock at Everything Dinosaur. The 1:15 scale Triceratops and the 1:15 scale T. rex are available once again. These popular figures are the largest figures in the CollectA Prehistoric World model series.

CollectA 1:15 scale T. rex dinosaur model. — *The 1:15 scale Tyrannosaurus rex dinosaur model from CollectA.*

The CollectA 1:15 scale Tyrannosaurus rex Dinosaur Model

The CollectA 1:15 scale Tyrannosaurus rex dinosaur model is huge! It measures 93 cm long and the end of the tail is around 44 cm off the ground. The T. rex figure is estimated to be approximately the size of a baby Tyrannosaurus rex at around a month old.

This hand-painted model is beautifully detailed, and it is presented on its own display base.

The CollectA 1:15 scale dinosaur model carry case. — The carry case for the CollectA 1:15 Triceratops and the 1:15 T. rex dinosaur model. The red dot denotes that this carry case contains the Triceratops figure. The box is huge, as are the models inside, note how small Everything Dinosaur’s bespoke cardboard boxes that they use for model packaging look in the photograph. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

The CollectA Deluxe 1:15 scale Triceratops Dinosaur Model

*The CollectA 1:15 scale Triceratops dinosaur model. A dinosaur model based on the latest scientific interpretation of an iconic ceratopsian.*

Hand-painted and with stunning, skin texture this is a Triceratops dinosaur model based on the latest scientific evidence. Both the 1:15 scale Triceratops and the 1:15 scale Tyrannosaurus rex figures have proved extremely popular with dinosaur fans and model collectors.

The Triceratops model measures 72 cm in length and those impressive brow horns are around 30 cm off the ground.

CollectA 1:15 scale model measurements. — The measurements of both the crouching T. rex and the Triceratops figures are given on the side of the model’s carry case. The 1:15 scale T. rex model measures 93 cm in length and the Triceratops is around 70 cm long. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

To view both the 1:15 Triceratops and the 1:15 T. rex figures, take a look at the CollectA Deluxe/Supreme section of Everything Dinosaur’s award-winning website: CollectA Deluxe/Supreme Scale Models of Prehistoric Animals.

8 09, 2022

New CollectA 1:40 Scale Triceratops Model in Stock

By Mike|2022-10-18T10:29:24+01:00September 8th, 2022|Categories: Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products, Press Releases|0 Comments

The new for 2022 CollectA Deluxe 1:40 scale Triceratops horridus dinosaur model is now in stock at Everything Dinosaur. This dinosaur scale model is based on the most complete T. horridus fossil specimen known to science. The fossils, excavated from Hell Creek Formation deposits in Montana (USA), are now part of a major, permanent dinosaur exhibition at Melbourne Museum (Victoria, Australia).

CollectA Triceratops horridus 1:40 scale model. — *CollectA Triceratops horridus dinosaur model (left lateral view). Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

CollectA Deluxe 1:40 scale Triceratops horridus

The CollectA Deluxe 1:40 scale Triceratops horridus is the last of the new for 2022 figures to arrive at Everything Dinosaur and continues a recent trend to have new CollectA figures named after a specific species and not a genus.

Another new for 2022 figure, the pterosaur model Pteranodon sternbergi, which came into stock at Everything Dinosaur a few months ago, also represents a distinct species. This model was introduced in this format to distinguish it from the Pteranodon (P. longiceps) in 1:15 scale.

CollectA Deluxe Pteranodon sternbergi — The new for 2022 CollectA Pteranodon sternbergi model. A very colourful replica of a Late Cretaceous pterosaur sometimes referred to as Geosternbergia. This pterosaur figures continues the CollectA trend to introduce new figures based on a named species within a genus.

Accurately Depicting the Head and Neck of a Triceratops

The exhibit at Melbourne Museum is entitled “Triceratops: Fate of the Dinosaurs” and the Triceratops skeleton upon which this exhibition is based has been appropriately nicknamed “Horridus”. The design team at CollectA were able to use the fossilised skull of this dinosaur to help them accurately depict the head and the neck shield of this iconic ceratopsian.

The skull and neck frill of “Horridus” are the most complete of any known Triceratops specimen (more than 99% complete) and the assembled frill measures nearly 1.5 metres wide.

*A close-up view of the striking colouration on the head and neck shield of the new for 2022 CollectA Triceratops horridus dinosaur model. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

An Articulated Lower Jaw

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur confirmed that this new CollectA figure had an articulated lower jaw. The jaw can be a little stiff and it does not open very wide. To ease the jaw, the head can be dipped into hot water for 2-3 seconds to help ease the movement of this articulated component of the model.

CollectA Triceratops horridus 1:40 scale dinosaur model. — *The CollectA T. horridus ceratopsian figure in right lateral view. This Triceratops dinosaur model has an articulated lower jaw. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

The spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur added:

“The Triceratops horridus figure was one of the dinosaurs designed by the late Anthony Beeson. Anthony had explained to Everything Dinosaur how keen he was to create an updated Triceratops, a figure with skin texture reminiscent of recent fossil discoveries. He was very excited at the possibility of combining the evidence, on T. horridus skin texture, some of which remains unpublished, with the new anatomical details revealed by the Melbourne Museum specimen.”

CollectA Triceratops horridus 1:40 scale dinosaur model in anterior view. — *The new for 2022 CollectA T. horridus dinosaur model in 1:40 scale (anterior view). Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

To view the large range of CollectA prehistoric animal scale models available from Everything Dinosaur including horned dinosaur models: CollectA Deluxe Prehistoric Life Figures.