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8 11, 2020

New PNSO Spinosaurus Model

By Mike|2024-03-19T12:27:34+00:00November 8th, 2020|Categories: Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products, Press Releases|4 Comments

New PNSO Spinosaurus Model

Everything Dinosaur in collaboration with PNSO announce the addition of a mid-sized Spinosaurus replica to the PNSO model range. Say hello to Essien the Spinosaurus, the latest addition to this exciting range of dinosaur and prehistoric animal replicas. This beautiful dinosaur model incorporates a lot of the anatomical details from recently published scientific papers and the replica has been given an articulated lower jaw!

The PNSO Essien the Spinosaurus Dinosaur Model (Mid-size Model Range)

The PNSO Essien the Spinosaurus Dinosaur Model

Not to be confused with the 1:35 scale “Essien” the Spinosaurus figure, part of the “Scientific Art” range from PNSO, this new figure has been based on some of the very latest thinking concerning this huge North African theropod. For example, it has been given a much thicker, wider fin-like tail in line with a paper published in May (2020): Spinosaurus the River Monster. In addition, it is portrayed as a “knuckle-walker” and the proportions of the model’s limbs definitely indicate that this dinosaur was quadrupedal.

The Box Packaging Showing the Model as a “Knuckle-walker” and Highlighting the Thickened Tail

PNSO Essien the Spinosaurus packaging. — *The packaging for the PNSO Spinosaurus dinosaur model.*

PNSO Spinosaurus Dinosaur Model Measurements

The new mid-size PNSO Spinosaurus measures around twenty-three centimetres in length, it would be longer but the tip of the tail of the model is curled round. That spectacular sail stands nearly ten centimetres tall. Size estimates for Spinosaurus aegyptiacus vary considerably

Size ranges of between twelve and eighteen metres have been proposed. If you take the size estimate put forward by acclaimed dinosaur expert and author Gregory S. Paul at fourteen metres, this indicates that the new PNSO Spinosaurus replica would be in approximately 1:60 scale. If required, this new mid-size model, which is approximately half the size of the PNSO “Scientific Art” figure could represent a sub-adult specimen.

The Model Measurements (PNSO Spinosaurus Model)

The PNSO Essien the Spinosaurus model measurements. — *PNSO Essien the Spinosaurus model measurements.*

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The Dorsal View Provides an Appreciation of the Serpentine Appearance of the Model

PNSO Spinosaurus dinosaur model. — *PNSO Essien the Spinosaurus (dorsal view).*

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“The Spinosaurus will be shipped to Everything Dinosaur’s warehouse along with the recently announced Pachyrhinosaurus, Borealopelta, Atopodentatus, Corythosaurus, Lambeosaurus and Tuojiangosaurus figures. These models might be in stock just before Christmas, but in all likelihood these figures will be available in the New Year.”

To view the range of PNSO figures and replicas available from Everything Dinosaur: PNSO Age of Dinosaurs Models and Figures.

6 11, 2020

New CollectA Models 2021 (Part 1)

By Mike|2024-03-19T12:18:48+00:00November 6th, 2020|Categories: Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products, Press Releases|0 Comments

New CollectA Models 2021 (Part 1)

It’s that time of year when our dear friends at CollectA release details of their new for 2021 prehistoric animal models and replicas. The team at CollectA have done a fantastic job keeping production plans on schedule in the midst of a global pandemic (COVID-19), we congratulate them for their hard work and we can reveal the first three models due out early next year.

CollectA Deluxe Mamenchisaurus in 1:100 scale – a replica of a giant sauropod, famed for its extremely long neck.
A CollectA Age of Dinosaurs Popular range Kamuysaurus – a model of a Japanese hadrosaurid which was only named and formally scientifically described in 2019.
CollectA Age of Dinosaurs Popular range Brontosaurus prey – a sauropod that has been the victim of an attack from a large theropod.

All three of these figures are due to be in stock at Everything Dinosaur early in 2021.

The New for 2021 CollectA Deluxe Mamenchisaurus Dinosaur Model

The CollectA Deluxe Mamenchisaurus

The CollectA Deluxe Mamenchisaurus model has a similar colouration to the CollectA rearing Diplodocus that we revealed twelve months ago. This might mark a trend in CollectA for depicting sauropods with a more muted colour scheme, one that can be described as “elephantine grey”. A number of species have been assigned to this genus, all of them from China and although size estimates vary, these long-necked herbivores were some of the largest creatures to have ever existed when they roamed in the Middle to Late Jurassic.

Intriguingly, this model has been given a tail club by designer Anthony Beeson who explained:

“Uniquely for a toy of this animal I have depicted it with a tail club suggested by the fused vertebrae on its tail.”

Four Fused Caudal Vertebrae

The discovery of four fused caudal vertebrae led palaeontologists to postulate that this dinosaur had a club on the end of its tail. The uniformity of the vertebrae tends to discount these fused tail bones having been caused by an injury or disease and tail clubs are known in other Chinese sauropods such as the closely related Omeisaurus and the not so closely related Shunosaurus. Additional fossil discoveries of fused caudal vertebrae would help to confirm this hypothesis.

It has been suggested that this tail club was used as a defensive weapon, but other functions cannot be entirely disregarded. For example, some palaeontologists have proposed that the fused bones may have been part of a sensory organ improving nerve responses so that the dinosaur could make more sense of its immediate environment, quite handy when your head is some twenty metres away from the end of your tail.

Whatever the function of the tail club, it is great to see the design team at CollectA including this unusual anatomy in the Mamenchisaurus model.

The CollectA Age of Dinosaurs Kamuysaurus

With the recent introduction of Fukuiraptor (2019) and this year’s 1:40 scale Fukuisaurus model, CollectA have been keen to highlight the unique dinosaur biota that once roamed Japan. Coming into stock in early 2021 will be a replica of the duck-billed Kamuysaurus (Kamuysaurus japonicus). Known from a single, articulated and almost complete fossil specimen, Kamuysaurus is thought to be closely related to the North American Edmontosaurus.

Available in Early 2021 The CollectA Age of Dinosaurs Kamuysaurus Model

CollectA Kamusaurus dinosaur model. — *The CollectA Age of Dinosaurs Kamuysaurus model. A replica of a hadrosaurid from the Late Cretaceous of Japan.*

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It is certainly a beautiful figure, with a striking colour scheme. Designer Anthony Beeson has followed the hypothesis that it had a short flat crest on its forehead. The model further expands the number of hadrosaurid dinosaurs included in the CollectA model range.

CollectA Brontosaurus Corpse

The final figure to be announced this week is that of a dead Brontosaurus. CollectA have introduced several figures of deceased dinosaurs including a Stegosaurus, Triceratops and in 2016 a replica of a Tyrannosaurus rex corpse was added.

The CollectA Brontosaurus Corpse Model

New for 2021 the CollectA Brontosaurus prey. — *The CollectA Age of Dinosaurs Brontosaurus prey model. The wounds inflicted on the Brontosaurus reflect attack and feeding strategies that have been postulated for large theropod dinosaurs.*

The CollectA Brontosaurus Corpse

The Brontosaurus corpse will make a very useful addition to the model range, permitting makers of prehistoric scenes and dioramas the opportunity to depict the aftermath of a theropod attack.

Commenting on this fantastic new addition to the CollectA portfolio, designer Anthony Beeson stated:

“I have wanted to do a dead sauropod for some time and this year we add a figure of a dead Brontosaurus to the collection. The animal is depicted in an ungainly pose of collapse, with wounds shown on its body suggested by how it is likely that such sauropods were attacked, weakened and dispatched by carnivores.”

Model Measurements

We know how dinosaur model fans like to get information on the size of prehistoric animal figures, here is that all important information:

CollectA Deluxe Mamenchisaurus in 1:100 scale – length 40 cm, height of head 24 cm.
A CollectA Age of Dinosaurs Popular range Kamuysaurus – length 14 cm, height 5.3 cm.
CollectA Age of Dinosaurs Popular range Brontosaurus prey – length 25 cm, width 15 cm.

If these first three figures are anything to go by, then there are going to be some exciting times ahead for model collectors and dinosaur fans. This trio will be available from Everything Dinosaur early in 2021 and we will post up details of other new CollectA model announcements next week.

To view the CollectA Deluxe range: CollectA Deluxe Prehistoric Animals.

For the CollectA Age of Dinosaurs Popular range: CollectA Prehistoric Life.

4 11, 2020

New Everything Dinosaur Newsletter Celebrates Dinovember

By Mike|2024-03-19T12:05:04+00:00November 4th, 2020|Categories: Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Newsletters, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products, Press Releases|0 Comments

Everything Dinosaur Newsletter Celebrates Dinovember

The latest Everything Dinosaur newsletter features the exclusive Beasts of the Mesozoic limited edition Velociraptor osmolskae. Two more recently arrived Beasts of the Mesozoic models are also showcased in our “Dinovember” bulletin. The popular Linheraptor (L. exquisitus) and the top-selling Pyroraptor (P. olympius) replicas are back in stock. In addition, with our thoughts turning to the festive season, we highlight the Papo gift box that features the recently introduced Stygimoloch and Gorgosaurus. The newsletter also announces two new replicas from Rebor, the Compsognathus longipes preserved dissection specimens.

The Exclusive Velociraptor osmolskae Replica (Beasts of the Mesozoic)

*The superb, limited edition Beasts of the Mesozoic Velociraptor osmolskae is in stock and available from Everything Dinosaur.*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Beasts of the Mesozoic Raptor Figures

The fantastic Beasts of the Mesozoic Linheraptor and the Fans’ Choice Pyroraptor are in stock at Everything Dinosaur. These amazing, hand-painted and articulated 1:6 scale models have proved to be exceptionally popular. A delivery has just arrived at Everything Dinosaur’s warehouse just in time for Christmas.

The Beasts of the Mesozoic “Raptors” Linheraptor and the Fans’ Choice Pyroraptor Feature in the Newsletter

Beasts of the Mesozoic Pyroraptor and Linheraptor models. — *The popular Beasts of the Mesozoic Linheraptor (L. exquisitus) and the Pyroraptor (P. olympius) are available from Everything Dinosaur.*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

To view the Beasts of the Mesozoic “Raptor” range, including the limited edition Velociraptor osmolskae: Beasts of the Mesozoic Models and Figures.

Papo Gift Boxes and the Rebor X-REX Swarm (Plague Variant)

Everything Dinosaur team members get asked at this time of year to recommend Christmas gifts, one of the best-selling items at the moment is the 2020 Papo gift box which features the Papo Gorgosaurus and the bone-headed dinosaur Stygimoloch. Gift boxes are popular in November and December, so it seemed sensible to feature this item in our latest newsletter. Fans of the Rebor X-REX series, the alien/Tyrannosaurus rex hybrid will not be disappointed with the second figure in this line, the fearsome X-REX Swarm (plague variant).

Papo Gift Boxes and the Rebor X-REX Swarm (Plague Variant)

*The Papo gift box and the Rebor X-REX Swarm (plague variant).*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

To view the full range of Papo prehistoric animal models available: Papo Dinosaur and Prehistoric Animals.

Discerning figure collectors, especially those who have a fascination for science fiction have really taken to the introduction of the X-REX range of models from Rebor. Although the quartet has been delayed, the second figure in the series – Swarm (plague variant) is in stock at Everything Dinosaur.

Furthermore, newsletter readers were provided with details of two new Rebor replicas, both of which are due in early 2021 and are available to pre-order at Everything Dinosaur.

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The Everything Dinosaur Newsletter

The beautifully detailed Rebor Oddities Compsognathus longipes preserved dissection specimens with their glass fronted display boxes would make a stunning addition to any collection. These 1:1 scale Compsognathus figures demonstrate the amazing attention to detail the design team at Rebor have.

The Rebor Oddities Compsognathus longipes Preserved Dissection Specimens

*The Rebor Compsognathus longipes preserved dissection specimens.*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

To pick up a Rebor X-REX Swarm or to pre-order the Rebor Oddities Compsognathus longipes specimens: Rebor Models and Figures.

Everything Dinosaur newsletter subscribers received advance warning about pre-ordering the limited edition Victorian Goth Rebor Compsognathus replica, only 500 of these figures have been produced.

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4 11, 2020

New Eofauna Triceratops Models Available for Pre-Order

By Mike|2024-03-19T11:59:30+00:00November 4th, 2020|Categories: Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products, Press Releases|1 Comment

Eofauna Triceratops Models Available for Pre-Order

The two Eofauna Triceratops models are available for pre-order from Everything Dinosaur. These beautiful 1:35 scale models of an as yet undescribed Triceratops species (Cryptic and Dominant) are expected to be in stock around late February 2021, but dinosaur fans and model collectors can pre-order these figures at Everything Dinosaur.

The Two New Triceratops Dinosaur Models from Eofauna Scientific Research (Cryptic and Dominant)

Eofauna Scientific Research Triceratops dinosaur models. — *The Eofauna Scientific Research 1:35 scale Triceratops models do battle (Cryptic and Dominant).*

Picture credit: Eofauna Scientific Research with additional annotation by Everything Dinosaur

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An Undescribed Species

In the past, palaeontologists recognised many different species of Triceratops, however, today, most scientists agree that there are two described species, Triceratops horridus and the geologically younger Triceratops prorsus. The Triceratops genus is associated with the Hell Creek Formation of North America and there is strong evidence to suggest that over the two million years or so that these strata represent, there was another species, a sort of intermediate form between T. horridus and T. prorsus.

For a more complete explanation, take a look at our blog post revealing the sixth model in the Eofauna series: Eofauna Announce a Triceratops.

To read our 2014 article that looks at the evidence for anagenesis in the Triceratops genus: How Triceratops got its Horns and Beak.

Two Eofauna Triceratops Models

As we have two described species of this famous dinosaur at present, it is fitting that those talented people at Eofauna have produced two colour variants of this exciting replica.

Eofauna Scientific Research Triceratops “Dominant” with a brown coloured frill and brown limbs.
Eofauna Scientific Research Triceratops “Cryptic” with a blue tinge to the frill and blue coloured limbs.

The Eofauna Scientific Research Triceratops “Cryptic”

Eofauna Triceratops (Cryptic). — The Eofauna Triceratops sp. model (Cryptic). The green coloured legs are a result of the lighting used in the studio and the exposure, the model’s legs have a blue tinge matching the blue colour of the head shield.

Picture credit: Eofauna Scientific Research

Triceratops Model Measurements

The Triceratops figure, the third dinosaur model in this series, following the Giganotosaurus and the Atlasaurus that were both introduced in 2019, measures approximately 20 cm long. Those impressive brow horns stand a little over 13 cm high. The figures have a declared scale of 1:35.

As well as each individual model being available for pre-order (as of early November 2020), Everything Dinosaur will be selling both “Cryptic” and “Dominant” together as a pair at a special offer price. These models are scheduled to arrive in late February 2021.

The Eofauna Triceratops Model “Dominant”

Eofauna Scientific Research dinosaur model "Dominant" Triceratops. — *The Eofauna Scientific Research Triceratops dinosaur model – “Dominant”.*

Picture credit: Eofauna Scientific Research

Both models should arrive at Everything Dinosaur’s website in late February 2021.

To order either “Cryptic” or “Dominant” or to pre-order the pair of Eofauna Triceratops dinosaur models: Order Eofauna Triceratops Models Here.

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2 11, 2020

New PNSO Pachyrhinosaurus Dinosaur Model

By Mike|2024-03-19T11:51:23+00:00November 2nd, 2020|Categories: Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products, Press Releases|2 Comments

New PNSO Pachyrhinosaurus Dinosaur Model

Today, we announce another new prehistoric animal model from PNSO. It is another ornithischian, but unlike the recently announced hadrosaurs (Lambeosaurus and Corythosaurus) and armoured dinosaurs (Borealopelta and Tuojiangosaurus), this replica is a horned dinosaur, a member of the Ceratopsia. PNSO are going to introduce a model of a Pachyrhinosaurus into their mid-size model range.

PNSO Pachyrhinosaurus Dinosaur Model

Say Hello to the PNSO Pachyrhinosaurus (Brian)

PNSO have named their new horned dinosaur model “Brian” and it is number 30 in the numerical register adopted for the Chinese company’s prehistoric animal figures. It is a stunning replica with an amazingly detailed head. The blue eyes are a stark contrast to the burnished reds and oranges that make up the ornamentation on the head shield. Perhaps we should nickname this figure “blue-eyed Brian”.

A Close-up View of the Beautifully Designed PNSO Pachyrhinosaurus Dinosaur Model

Measuring the Model

The PNSO Pachyrhinosaurus model measures a fraction over fifteen centimetres in length. The tip of that carefully crafted head shield is just under eight centimetres high. Although PNSO do not declare a scale for their mid-size series figures, based on P. canadensis (the first species assigned to this genus), which is estimated to have been around six metres long, Everything Dinosaur team members calculate that this new dinosaur figure is in approximately 1:40 scale.

The Dinosaur’s Dimensions (PNSO “Brian” the Pachyrhinosaurus Model Measurements)

PNSO Pachyrhinosaurus model measurements. — *The measurements of the PNSO Brian the Pachyrhinosaurus dinosaur model.*

Everything Dinosaur Comments

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“We have recently announced a number of new dinosaur and prehistoric animal models due to come out from PNSO. Around three weeks ago, we announced that a new replica of the feathered dromaeosaurid Microraptor was coming into stock in November. Subsequently, Everything Dinosaur has announced two hadrosaurs, (Caroline the Corythosaurus and Audrey the Lambeosaurus), along with two armoured dinosaurs (Gavin the Borealopelta and a replica of the Chinese stegosaur Tuojiangosaurus). We have also recently confirmed that PNSO will be adding a replica of the bizarre marine reptile Atopodentatus to their mid-size model range.”

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Although there are further models to be introduced, Brian the Pachyrhinosaurus is the only horned dinosaur.

The spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur confirmed that a shipment of PNSO figures, including the new Microraptor (Gaoyuan the Microraptor) was due to arrive at the company’s warehouse in the middle of the month (November 2020). The other new PNSO replicas will be in stock, most likely in late December or the early part of 2021.

To view the range of PNSO dinosaur and prehistoric animal models available from Everything Dinosaur: PNSO Age of Dinosaurs Models and Figures.

1 11, 2020

COVID-19 Update from Everything Dinosaur

By Mike|2024-03-19T11:46:47+00:00November 1st, 2020|Categories: Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Main Page, Press Releases|0 Comments

COVID-19 Update from Everything Dinosaur

With COVID-19 cases rising rapidly across the whole of the UK, mirroring what is being seen in most other parts of the world, the UK Government has decided to introduce new national restrictions that will come into force from Thursday 5th November (2020).

As Everything Dinosaur was able to keep operating its mail order business during the more severe lockdown that occurred in the spring, we believe that the steps and measures we have taken will permit us to continue our mail order operations.

Everything Dinosaur is Still Open – Our Mail Order Business Continues to Operate

Everything Dinosaur still operating the mail order business. — *Everything Dinosaur’s mail order business is still operating during the coronavirus pandemic.* *An update from Everything Dinosaur.* *Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Mail Order Business is Still Operating (An Update from Everything Dinosaur)

Everything Dinosaur will continue to send out customer orders, that includes orders placed by international customers. We do advise that due to the massive increase in global on-line shopping, it would be sensible for customers to place orders early to ensure that parcels can arrive at destinations in time for special occasions such as birthdays and Christmas.

Everything Dinosaur Continues to Keep Calm and Carry On

Business as Usual at Everything Dinosaur. — *Everything Dinosaur working hard to stay on top of the situation. The mail order business is still functioning although customers are advised to place orders early to avoid disappointment.* *Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Contingency Plans in Place

These new measures will apply nationally for four weeks up to Wednesday 2nd December (2020). At the end of this period, the UK Government will look to return to a regional approach, based on the latest data.

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Team members at Everything Dinosaur will be examining the details of the new restrictions carefully over the next few days. However, we remain confident that due to the extensive contingency plans we have in place, our mail order business will be able to continue and we will be able to maintain the level of customer service and support that our many thousands of customers all over the world have come to expect from a leading specialist supplier of prehistoric animal models and replicas.

Everything Dinosaur will continue to send out customer orders.

30 10, 2020

Papo in Perspective

By Mike|2024-03-19T08:44:56+00:00October 30th, 2020|Categories: Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Everything Dinosaur videos, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products, Press Releases, Product Reviews|0 Comments

Papo in Perspective – Video Review

Everything Dinosaur has worked with the French model and figure manufacturer Papo for many years. In the UK-based company’s latest YouTube video, Everything Dinosaur, as one of the largest retailers of Papo prehistoric animal models, looks at the recently released Papo Giganotosaurus, explains how to acquire rare Papo models and provides two sure-fire tips to spot a genuine Papo seller.

Putting Papo in Perspective including a Look at the 2020 Papo Giganotosaurus

Video credit: Everything Dinosaur

Papo Models in Perspective – A Different Type of YouTube Video

Usually, when Everything Dinosaur creates a video, it is a review of a single prehistoric animal figure. However, the latest video explains what it is like to work with a model making company. The new for 2020 Papo Giganotosaurus model is discussed and shown in detail, information on how to pronounce Giganotosaurus (Gig-ah-note-oh-sore-us) is provided, guidance provided by the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology (SVP) is explained.

How to Pronounce the Name Giganotosaurus

Papo Giganotosaurus model. — *How to pronounce the name of this dinosaur (Gig-ah-note-oh-sore-us).*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Tips on Finding Retired Models

The narrator discusses recent Papo model retirements and explains how Everything Dinosaur keeps the prices of out-of-production replicas reasonable so that collectors can acquire them without having to pay extortionate prices on other websites. In addition, the narrator acknowledges that dinosaur fans like to get a good look at the actual figure rather than simply relying on the official images sent out by the manufacturer.

Everything Dinosaur’s dedicated team members post up lots of pictures and videos of the actual models on the company’s various social media pages including this blog (see below).

The Papo Parasaurolophus (New Colour Variant) and the Papo Giganotosaurus

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“We understand that model collectors and fans of the Papo range, like to see the figures themselves rather than rely solely on the official Papo images. We take lots of photographs of the new models and figures in our own studio and produce some videos too. This provides collectors with the opportunity to gain an impression of the actual models. We also try to photograph new replicas next to other models from the same product range, by doing this, viewers can get a better understanding of the size and potential scale of any figure.”

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Comparing Figures – The Papo Giganotosaurus and the Papo Brown T. rex

Papo Giganotosaurus and T. rex. — *The new for 2020 Papo Giganotosaurus is shown next to the popular Papo brown T. rex figure. The Papo Giganotosaurus (left) and the Papo brown T. rex (right).* *Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

How to Spot a Genuine Seller of Papo Models

In Everything Dinosaur’s Papo inspired video, we provide advice on how to spot a genuine Papo seller. Unfortunately, this popular brand has led to a number of factories copying Papo model designs and offering poor quality figures via dubious websites that have left many model collectors out of pocket and disappointed.

Look for the Correct Papo Logo on Product Images

Spotting a genuine Papo supplier. — *How to spot a genuine Papo supplier – look for the correct Papo product logo. Look for the blue Papo logo.* *Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Checking that the website is using the up-to-date Papo logo helps to verify a genuine supplier. In the video we also advise viewers to check the site for any customer ratings and reviews. Everything Dinosaur is the only 5-star, independently rated, specialist seller of prehistoric animal models and figures.

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27 10, 2020

Eofauna Announce a New Triceratops Species

By Mike|2024-03-19T08:20:36+00:00October 27th, 2020|Categories: Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products, Press Releases|2 Comments

Eofauna Announce a New Triceratops Species

The talented team at Eofauna Scientific Research in collaboration with Everything Dinosaur have revealed their latest prehistoric animal model. The sixth model in this exciting series is a replica of a Triceratops. It is not a model of Triceratops horridus or indeed T. prorsus, but a representation of a probable third species, one that has not yet been formally described.

This exciting new model is due to be in stock at Everything Dinosaur early in 2021.

The Eofauna Scientific Research Triceratops sp. Replica

Eofauna Scientific Research Triceratops Model — *The big reveal – the sixth model in the Eofauna series is that of a species of Triceratops.* *The new Eofauna Triceratops figure.*

Picture credit: Eofauna Scientific Research

Triceratops is a Confusing Taxa

“Three-horned Face” might be one of the best known of all the Dinosauria, but from a palaeontological perspective we have a lot to learn about this denizen of the famous Hell Creek Formation of North America. As many as sixteen different species of Triceratops have been recognised in the past, today, we have just two, Triceratops horridus and the geologically younger Triceratops prorsus. The new Eofauna Triceratops model is based on an, as yet, unnamed species that shows characteristics of both T. horridus and T. prorsus, not surprisingly really as its fossils are found in sediments below where Triceratops prorsus fossils are located and above the layers associated with Triceratops horridus.

A Teaser Image was Released by Eofauna and Everything Dinosaur Prior to the Formal Announcement

What's the next model from Eofauna? — *Can you tell what it is yet? Teasing about the new Eofauna Scientific Research figure.*

Picture credit: Eofauna Scientific Research

Confused? Here’s a brief outline of the science…

Identifying Different Species of Horned Dinosaur

The Ceratopsia provide palaeontologists with a bit of a headache (deliberate pun intended), when it comes to distinguishing species. Many species have been erected based on the shape of their skulls and their cranial ornamentation – spikes, horns and frills, but these features change as the animals grow and mature. Hence the long running debate as to whether Torosaurus is a distinct genus or merely very old examples of Triceratops. Working out species is often compounded when ideas relating to sexual dimorphism are incorporated into the mix.

How to Identify a New Species

In helping to identify a species, a number of conditions need to be met, such as:

1). The fossils thought to represent a single species need to come from closely associated stratigraphic layers and from the same area.

2). A range of specimens representing different individuals of different ages are required to help to rule out variations due to ontogeny (different stages of growth and maturity).

3). Ideally intermediate specimens should exist that combine features of older and younger related species within the stratigraphic column.

Stratigraphic Placement of Hell Creek Formation Triceratops

Picture credit: Scannella et al

The Eofauna Triceratops Figure

The new Eofauna Triceratops model has been inspired by fossil finds associated with the middle portion of the Hell Creek Formation (M3). The design team have incorporated findings from the study of Triceratops bones such as specimen number UCMP 128561 and MOR 3027 (underlined in blue on the diagram above), that reveal a suite of anatomical characteristics intermediate between T. horridus and T. prorsus.

Although the lower, middle and upper portions of the Hell Creek Formation cover a relatively short period of geological time (around 2 million years), extensive research has revealed that the two currently recognised species of Triceratops are separated stratigraphically and that over time, there was a transformation in the Triceratops lineage with T. horridus evolving into T. prorsus with an intermediate species stage. In biology, the gradual transition of one species into another within a population is referred to as anagenesis.

Our congratulations to Eofauna Scientific Research, we often praise model making companies for introducing new figures based on fossil specimens that have only recently been described, but in this case, Eofauna have gone further, they have produced a model of a dinosaur that has yet to be formally described demonstrating an informed perspective on vertebrate palaeontology.

To read Everything Dinosaur’s blog post from 2014 when the scientific paper was published: How Triceratops Got its Horns and Beak.

A Helpful Scientific Paper

For a comprehensive overview of the Triceratops genus in respect to identifying new species:

The scientific paper: “Evolutionary trends in Triceratops from the Hell Creek Formation, Montana” by John B. Scannella, Denver W. Fowler, Mark B. Goodwin and John R. Horner published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences USA.

The Eofauna Triceratops sp. model is due to be in stock at Everything Dinosaur in early 2021.

To view the current range of Eofauna models available from Everything Dinosaur: Eofauna Scientific Research Models and Figures.

In the meantime, visit the award-winning Everything Dinosaur website for prehistoric animals and dinosaur toys: Everything Dinosaur.

26 10, 2020

New PNSO Models Borealopelta and Atopodentatus

By Mike|2024-03-19T08:12:35+00:00October 26th, 2020|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 PNSO Models Borealopelta and Atopodentatus

Today, Everything Dinosaur in collaboration with their partners at PNSO announce the introduction of two more prehistoric animal figures in the PNSO mid-size model range. Say hello to Gavin the Borealopelta and Zewail the PNSO Atopodentatus marine reptile.

New from PNSO – Gavin the Borealopelta Armoured Dinosaur Model

PNSO Borealopelta armoured dinosaur model. — *PNSO Borealopelta dinosaur model.*

New Prehistoric Animal Models from PNSO

New from PNSO – Zewail the Atopodentatus Marine Reptile Model

PNSO Gavin the Borealopelta Dinosaur Model

PNSO have been busy introducing several new figures, joining Caroline the Corythosaurus, Audrey the Lambeosaurus, the stunning Tuojiangosaurus and Gaoyuan the Microraptor is a figure of a Borealopelta (B. markmitchelli), named and described in 2017 from a single specimen and regarded as one of the best preserved armoured dinosaur fossils known to science.

A View of the Armour on the Back of the PNSO Borealopelta Model

PNSO dinosaur model (Borealopelta). — *PNSO Gavin the Borealopelta dinosaur model. The beautifully detailed armour on the back of this dinosaur figure can be seen.*

The front portion of the dinosaur had been preserved in an articulated state and in three-dimensions and the design team at PNSO have taken great care to reproduce the layout of the armour on their dinosaur figure.

What Scale is the PNSO Borealopelta?

Although, the PNSO mid-size model range does not normally have a declared scale, based on the measurements of the Borealopelta fossil specimen from the Suncor Energy Millennium Mine (holotype number TMP 2011.033.0001), Everything Dinosaur team members estimate that this 17.6 cm long model is in approximately 1:32 scale.

PNSO Gavin the Borealopelta Model Measurements

The PNSO Gavin the Borealopelta Dinosaur Model

PNSO Gavin the Borealopelta armoured dinosaur model. — *The PNSO Borealopelta dinosaur model.*

This figure along with the other new PNSO models will be in stock at Everything Dinosaur shortly.

Zewail the PNSO Atopodentatus Model

The second new prehistoric animal model that Everything Dinosaur announce today is a replica of the peculiar Middle Triassic marine reptile from south-western China called Atopodentatus (A. unicus). It is great to see a Chinese model making company continuing their trend for producing prehistoric animal figures representing prehistoric animals whose fossils were found in China, in this case Yunnan Province.

The PNSO Zewail the Atopodentatus Marine Reptile Model

PNSO Zewail the Atopodentatus model. — *PNSO Zewail the Atopodentatus marine reptile model.*

The taxonomy of this bizarre reptile remains uncertain. The unusual jaws and teeth suggest a diet of seaweed and algae similar to that of the extant marine iguana of the Galapagos Islands. With fossils dating from around 245 to 242 million years ago, the scientists responsible for naming and describing Atopodentatus proposed that this was the oldest record of herbivory within marine reptiles.

Visit the Everything Dinosaur website for more prehistoric animal models and toys: Everything Dinosaur.

The Amazing Jaws and Teeth of the PNSO Atopodentatus Model

The PNSO Atopodentatus marine reptile model. — *The impressive head of the bizarre marine reptile Atopodentatus model.*

PNSO Atopodentatus Model Measurements

The beautifully sculpted Atopodentatus model measures a fraction over 14 centimetres in length. Based on an examination of the largest fossil specimens of A. unicus, Everything Dinosaur team members estimate that this figure is in approximately 1/20th scale.

PNSO Atopodentatus Model Measurements

PNSO Zewail the Atopodentatus model dimensions. — *The PNSO Zewail the Atopodentatus model measures a fraction over 14 cm long which suggests that this figure is in approximately 1:20 scale.*

Both Gavin the Borealopelta and the PNSO Atopodentatus model will be in stock at Everything Dinosaur soon.

In the meantime, to view the range of PNSO models in stock at Everything Dinosaur: PNSO Age of Dinosaurs Models and Figures.

25 10, 2020

Last Recommended Posting Dates (Christmas 2020) – Important Information

By Mike|2024-03-19T08:06:04+00:00October 25th, 2020|Categories: Adobe CS5, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Main Page, Press Releases|0 Comments

Last Recommended Posting Dates (Christmas 2020)

There are just over sixty days until the 25th of December. We expect that many of our customers have started their Christmas shopping early. We commend them for their forward planning as during the COVID-19 global pandemic we expect that much more festive season shopping will be carried out on-line. In addition, given the strain on the world’s logistics, delivery and mail services we strongly advise customers to get their shopping completed early. We are anticipating a huge surge in parcel shipping over the next few weeks and if customers want to avoid delays, then our advice is to shop early.

Last Recommended Posting Dates

To assist our customers, we enclose the latest information from Royal Mail on the last recommended posting dates for Christmas.

Last Recommended Posting Dates for Christmas 2020 (Royal Mail)

Table credit: Royal Mail

Please note: the latest recommended posting dates are correct at the time of publishing and are subject to change.

Everything Dinosaur team members recommend that in these uncertain times it’s advisable to post as early as possible to ensure your Christmas letters and parcels reach their destination in good time.

Helping to Provide a Stress Free Christmas Shopping Experience

A stress free time shopping for dinosaur themed gifts. — *Everything Dinosaur helping to take the stress out of Christmas shopping.* *Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Tips and Advice for Sending Christmas Gifts

Everything Dinosaur has increased packing resources to accommodate this busy time of year. In addition, we have introduced Sunday packing to ensure that parcels can be picked, packed and despatched rapidly.

As always, our enthusiastic and dedicated staff quickly respond to emails and we have produced a chart providing information on the last safe posting dates for Christmas parcels and gifts sent from the UK overseas (see above).

Here are some tips and advice to ensure you have a happy and stress free mail order experience:

1). Remember to include the house name or house number with the delivery address information that you provide with your order.

2). Check the postcode/zip code with care.

3). Before finally hitting the “submit” button to send an order to Everything Dinosaur, we suggest you check the delivery address for one last time.

4). Remember, with PayPal and our own website’s ordering process, customers can include a message to Everything Dinosaur in the order message box. You can use this message box to let us know about any special delivery circumstances that you might have.

5). Everything Dinosaur’s website makes it easy for you to specify a different delivery address to your billing address, perhaps you want to send to a relative or even to a work address.

6). If you do decide to send an item to your work address, (assuming that you are not working from home), please ensure that you include the company name in the delivery address information. Please remember to check the postcode or zip code.

7). If you think it will help, you can always specify a neighbour’s address, or a designated safe place where the parcel can be delivered to if you will be out when the delivery is likely to take place.

Our team members are available to provide assistance and further advice, just email: Email Everything Dinosaur.

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