The new for 2024 CollectA Deluxe Diprotodon model has been getting some special attention lately.  For example, one of our 1:20 scale Diprotodon figures was photographed by a film company.  The carefully crafted figure was perfectly at home in the studio surrounded by lights and cameras.  We think this replica of the largest marsupial known to science enjoyed all the attention.

The CollectA Deluxe 1:20 scale Diprotodon figure is photographed in a film studio. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Photographing the CollectA Deluxe Diprotodon Model

At Everything Dinosaur, we recognise the importance of high-quality model photographs.  We are always impressed by the photographs taken by collectors.  Furthermore, we enjoy seeing all the images.  Clear product photographs help to inform potential customers. Moreover, they help to build trust.  On-line visitors feel more confident it they can view clear, crisp images.

The CollectA Deluxe Diprotodon figure is quite large, and it shows some amazing detail.  Professional photographs highlight product quality.  In addition, such photographs convey quality and attention to detail.  They help to attract customers and can act as a point of differentiation.

To view the range of CollectA Deluxe scale models available from Everything Dinosaur: CollectA Deluxe Prehistoric Life Models.

Mike from Everything Dinosaur explained:

“We have taken several Diprotodon model shots ourselves trying to highlight the features of this marsupial model.  However, we acknowledge that a professional photographer working in a properly lit studio can produce far better images than we can.”

In summary, investing in professional photography pays off. It improves customer trust, enhances your brand, and drives sales. Do not underestimate the power of a great image!

The award-winning Everything Dinosaur website: Dinosaur Models and Toys.

Team members have put up some festive decorations.  Some of our prehistoric animal models have joined in as well.  A CollectA Deluxe Diprotodon model has been decorated with tinsel.  A golden touch as we prepare for the holidays.  After all, not everyone gets to decorate a giant marsupial!

A festive giant marsupial figure! A CollectA Deluxe Diprotodon model decorated with tinsel. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Decorating a Diprotodon Model

The CollectA Deluxe Diprotodon figure is in 1:20 scale.  It was introduced earlier this year (2024).  We created a brief video review of this marvellous, male marsupial figure.

To read the reviews and to watch the CollectA Deluxe Diprotodon figure video: The CollectA 1:20 Scale Diprotodon Figure is Reviewed.

It has proved to be a popular figure amongst collectors and fans of prehistoric animal models.

Diprotodon fossils are widespread in Australia. Scientists know that this giant mammal (the biggest marsupial known to science), was present across almost the whole of Australia by the end of the Pleistocene Epoch.

An extinct giant. The fossil skeleton of Diprotodon the largest marsupial known to science. This specimen is on display at the London Natural History Museum.  It has not been decorated with tinsel.  Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

To view the range of CollectA scale models available from Everything Dinosaur: CollectA Deluxe Prehistoric Life Scale Models.

CollectA Marsupial Models (Extinct Animals)

CollectA have created an extensive range of scale prehistoric animal models.  This range contains many scale models of prehistoric mammals. However, the Diprotodon figure is the first prehistoric marsupial model to be featured.  Although, the company has produced a replica of a Thylacine, this figure does not have a declared scale.

The CollectA Thylacine model.  CollectA introduced a model of a female Thylacine, complete with a juvenile in her pouch in 2016.

The CollectA Thylacine is a poignant reminder of an animal that only recently became extinct.

To view the range of not-to-scale CollectA figures in stock: CollectA Prehistoric Life Figures.

Mike from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“In between preparing and packing customer orders, we have put up some cards and festive decorations.  We have also brought in some seasonal treats such as mince pies.  Just the thing to keep us going as we prepare for the holidays.”

The award-winning Everything Dinosaur website: Dinosaur Toys and Models.

A Jaekelopterus rhenaniae illustration has been commissioned by team members at Everything Dinosaur. This drawing will be used in a sea scorpion fact sheet.  The fact sheet will be sent out with sales of the new CollectA Deluxe Jaekelopterus figure.  This eurypterid model is due into stock in the spring of 2025 or thereabouts.

The Jaekelopterus rhenaniae illustration commissioned by Everything Dinosaur for use in the company’s sea scorpion fact sheet. This fact sheet will be sent out free with sales of the CollectA Deluxe Jaekelopterus model. Picture credit: Mike Fredericks.

Picture credit: Mike Fredericks

Jaekelopterus rhenaniae

J. rhenaniae is the largest known eurypterid described to date. It is also possibly the largest arthropod to have ever lived. The size of this enormous invertebrate has been calculated based on a fossilised partial chelicera (pincer) from the Early Devonian Emsian Klerf Formation (western Germany).

The fossilised pincer measures over thirty-six centimetres in length. If complete, palaeontologists have estimated that this appendage would have been over forty-five centimetres long. Based on a body length to chelicera ratio found in other pterygotid sea scorpions, scientists have estimated that Jaekelopterus rhenaniae was over two and a half metres long.

To read Everything Dinosaur’s blog post from 2007 describing the discovery of this giant eurypterid: Claws! A Giant Sea Scorpion Fossil.

It was probably an apex predator. It probably fed on other invertebrates as well as primitive fish.  The CollectA Deluxe 1:20 scale Jaekelopterus model is supplied with a small figure of a jawless fish that the giant sea scorpion has captured.

The new for 2025 CollectA Deluxe Jaekelopterus figure complete with a pteraspidid fish victim.

The fish prey represents a generic jawless agnathan. It is probably based on a group of prehistoric fish called a pteraspidid.

To view the range of CollectA Deluxe figures in stock at Everything Dinosaur: CollectA Deluxe Prehistoric Animal Models.

To read Everything Dinosaur’s review of this new CollectA figure and to view a short video about this model: Exclusive CollectA Deluxe Jaekelopterus Images and Video Review.

The CollectA Deluxe Jaekelopterus figure is estimated to be around sixteen centimetres in length. At this size it would fit with an approximate scale of 1:20.

Commenting Upon the Jaekelopterus rhenaniae Illustration

Mike from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“We chose to commission a lateral view of the Jaekelopterus figure.  This gives us the opportunity to add a human figure next to the model.  The addition of this human figure will instantly provide a scale and give viewers an immediate impression as to the size of this giant invertebrate.”

Visit the user-friendly Everything Dinosaur website: Prehistoric Animal Toys and Models.