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21 01, 2024

Preparing for the New Beasts of the Mesozoic Figures (Alectrosaurus)

By |2024-01-22T09:30:56+00:00January 21st, 2024|Categories: Adobe CS5, Dinosaur and Prehistoric Animal Drawings, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Press Releases|0 Comments

Team members at Everything Dinosaur are busy preparing for the arrival of the new Beasts of the Mesozoic figures. They are wave three of the tyrannosaur series and the new figures will include the Asian tyrannosaur Alectrosaurus (Alectrosaurus olseni).

The new tyrannosaur figures include:

  • Eotyrannus lengi
  • Moros intrepidus
  • Albertosaurus sarcophagus
  • Gorgosaurus libratus
  • Daspletosaurus torosus
  • Tarbosaurus bataar
  • Alectrosaurus olseni
New Beasts of the Mesozoic tyrannosaur figure Alectrosaurus olseni.
The new for 2024 Beasts of the Mesozoic articulated tyrannosaur figure Alectrosaurus olseni in right lateral view.

To view the range of Beasts of the Mesozoic models in stock: Beasts of the Mesozoic Models.

Alectrosaurus olseni

Alectrosaurus is known from hindlimb fossils and fragmentary elements of the hips. Much of the ascribed fossil material was discovered during the Third Asiatic Expedition to Inner Mongolia (China), by the American Museum of Natural History. It was formally described in 1933 (Gilmore).

The fossil material came from deposits associated with the Iren Dabasu Formation. The age of the strata remains uncertain. Relative dating using the abundant ostracod fossils suggest a Late Campanian to Maastrichtian age. However, the vertebrate assemblage represents fauna that indicate that the deposits are much older perhaps dating from the Turonian faunal stage. This would suggest that Alectrosaurus lived around 90 mya (million years ago).

The size of Alectrosaurus olseni is unknown. Its body length has been estimated at between five and six metres. Analysis of the limb bones and their ratios (femur to tibia), indicate that this dinosaur was a fast runner. It was probably a pursuit predator. The weight of A. olseni has been estimated to be around six hundred kilograms.

An Everything Dinosaur Scale Drawing

As part of our preparations for the arrival of the new Beasts of the Mesozoic tyrannosaurs, we have commissioned an Alectrosaurus scale drawing. This illustration will be incorporated into the free fact sheet that we will send out with the Alectrosaurus olseni model.

The Alectrosaurus olseni scale drawing.
The Alectrosaurus (A. olseni) scale drawing prepared by Everything Dinosaur for the new tyrannosaur fact sheet. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur explained that they were looking forward to the arrival of these new articulated figures.

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20 01, 2024

New Haolonggood Carnotaurus Models

By |2024-01-20T19:16:56+00:00January 20th, 2024|Categories: Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Press Releases|0 Comments

Two new Haolonggood Carnotaurus models are coming to Everything Dinosaur. The two figures are part of a shipment that will be arriving in the UK soon. Both theropod models have articulated lower jaws.

Haolonggood Carnotaurus models.
The grey Haolonggood Carnotaurus figure Zhou Tong is forward/left whilst Li Zhong, the brown coloured model is to the rear and right.

Haolonggood Carnotaurus Models

These beautiful figures have been painted in stunning colours. Each model has a declared scale of 1:35. The Haolonggood Carnotaurus models measure 22.5 cm long and stand around 9.5 cm tall. They are spectacular models of the famous South American abelisaurid.

Haolonggood Carnotaurus models.
Two new Haolonggood Carnotaurus models are coming into stock at Everything Dinosaur. Each model measures approximately 22.5 cm in length.

View the range of Haolonggood models and figures available: Haolonggood Prehistoric Animal Models.

As with the vast majority of the prehistoric animals supplied by Everything Dinosaur. Each Carnotaurus model will be supplied with a unique Carnotaurus (C. sastrei) fact sheet.

Models of Carnotaurus sastrei

Named and described in 1985 (Bonaparte), Carnotaurus is known from an exceptional specimen. The only known fossil material consists of much of the anterior portion of the skeleton including the skull. It is thought to have been one of the largest of the Abelisauridae. Palaeontologists estimate that Carnotaurus may have measured around eight metres in length. However, it has been speculated that this predator could have grown much larger.

Commenting on the imminent arrival of these two Carnotaurus sastrei figures, a spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur stated:

“The two Haolonggood Carnotaurus models are named Li Zhong and Zhou Tong. They are essentially the same sculpt, only the colour schemes are different. They are both exceptional models and each has an articulated jaw. We are looking forward to receiving this pair of dinosaur models into stock.”

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18 01, 2024

A Unique Quetzalcoatlus Drawing is Ten Years Old

By |2024-02-01T10:05:44+00:00January 18th, 2024|Categories: Adobe CS5, Dinosaur and Prehistoric Animal Drawings, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page|0 Comments

Ten years ago team members at Everything Dinosaur created a series of illustrations of prehistoric animals to help schoolchildren in a project. A total of twelve different drawings were produced illustrating life on Earth in prehistoric times. These drawings were then made into a calendar. The children could colour in or paint these illustrations to create their own unique prehistoric scene. The January 2014 artwork featured a Quetzalcoatlus drawing.

Quetzelcoatlus drawing.
An illustration created ten years ago to help support some schoolchildren studying dinosaurs and prehistoric animals. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

The Quetzalcoatlus Drawing

The huge Quetzalcoatlus is pictured flying over a dense conifer forest. Despite the emergence of angiosperms, conifers still made up a substantial proportion of the trees to be found on the landmass of Laramidia. These drawings were created to help the children with their Key Stage 2 term topic. The term topic focused on dinosaurs and fossils, however, giant pterosaurs featured too. The scheme of work also involved looking at the career of a famous palaeontologist and introduced the children to the work of Mary Anning.

Quetzalcoatlus model.
A model of the giant pterosaur Quetzalcoatlus.

The model (above) is a Quetzalcoatlus figure from the Wild Safari Prehistoric World range. It has been praised by collectors for providing an excellent representation of an azhdarchid pterosaur.

To view the Wild Safari range of figures: Wild Safari Prehistoric World.

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur recalled the time and effort that went into the term topic and praised the teaching team for constructing such an innovative scheme of work for the children.

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17 01, 2024

Everything Dinosaur to Stock New PNSO Edmontosaurus

By |2024-01-18T22:45:14+00:00January 17th, 2024|Categories: Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Press Releases|0 Comments

The new for 2024 PNSO Edmontosaurus dinosaur model is coming into stock soon at Everything Dinosaur. The shipment is already on the way and Zabad the Edmontosaurus will arrive shortly. It is on the same vessel as the new PNSO Spinosaurus figure (Aymen).

PNSO Edmontosaurus dinosaur model.
A new for 2024 Edmontosaurus dinosaur model.

PNSO Edmontosaurus Dinosaur Model

The new Edmontosaurus figure measures 32.5 cm in length. It is a very detailed duck-billed dinosaur. It sports a soft comb crest, and the skin texture looks terrific. We shall wait and see if it has a scientifically accurate manus.

The impressive figure stands 12 cm high, and it has stunning colouration.

Edmontosaurus model measurements.
The new PNSO Edmontosaurus model measures around 32.5 cm in length.

To view the range of PNSO prehistoric animal figures in stock: PNSO Age of Dinosaurs Figures.

Supplied with Sci-Art Poster and Colour Booklet

This attractive hadrosaur figure displays Edmontosaurus in a quadrupedal pose. The dinosaur model is supplied with an A3 Sci-Art poster and a sixty-four-page, colour booklet.

Zabad the Edmontosaurus accessories.
The PNSO Zabad the Edmontosaurus figure is supplied with a Sci-Art poster and a full-colour booklet.

A spokesperson for Everything Dinosaur confirmed that the PNSO Zabad the Edmontosaurus would be in stock in a few weeks.

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14 01, 2024

New Haolonggood Baryonyx Dinosaur Models

By |2024-01-15T10:34:29+00:00January 14th, 2024|Categories: Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Press Releases|0 Comments

The Haolonggood shipment has been delayed by three days as the container vessel has diverted away from the Red Sea. The current unrest in the region is causing shipping companies to divert vessels away from the area. Everything Dinosaur aims to have the new Haolonggood figures in stock by the end of this month. The new arrivals will include the fantastic Haolonggood Baryonyx models.

Haolonggood Baryonyx figures. New for 2024 Haolonggood dinosaur models.
The new Haolonggood Baryonyx figures will be in stock at Everything Dinosaur in early 2024.

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur confirmed that numerous ships were having to take longer routes to avoid the Red Sea. Many container vessels will be delayed.

Haolonggood Baryonyx Models

The two new for 2024 Haolonggood Baryonyx dinosaur models are named Shan Ting and Wei Ding Guo. Both models have articulated jaws and are the same sculpt. However, they have different colour schemes. The Baryonyx model named Shan Ting has more grey colouring and subtle red colouration running across the top of the model. In contrast, Wei Ding Guo has more green and more prominent countershading.

Each figure is 26 cm long with a declared scale of 1:35. At this size, the scale measurements suggest a dinosaur in excess of nine metres in length. This is within the parameters suggested by palaeontologists for Baryonyx walkeri, based on the London Natural History Museum specimen (NHMUK VP R9951).

The Haolonggood Baryonyx dinosaur models.
The two new for 2024 Haolonggood Baryonyx models. Shan Ting (top) and Wei Ding Guo (bottom).

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

The Baryonyx Holotype

The London Natural History Museum specimen represents the holotype for B. walkeri. The holotype was originally known as BMNH R9951, however, it was later re-catalogued as NHMUK VP R9951. It remains one of the most complete theropod fossil skeletons known from the UK. A cast of the Baryonyx fossil specimen is on display at the London Natural History Museum.

London Natural History Museum Baryonyx exhibit
The mounted cast of the Baryonyx skeleton on display at the London Natural History Museum. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Baryonyx (B. walkeri) was formally named and described in 1986 (Charig and Milner). It remains the most complete fossil specimen of a spinosaurid found to date.

Haolonggood Baryonyx Wei Ding Guo model.
A stunning image of the new for 2024 Haolonggood Baryonyx model Wei Ding Guo wading through some water.

The two, new Haolonggood Baryonyx models certainly look impressive in the images that Haolonggood have supplied. We look forward to receiving these figures into stock.

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10 01, 2024

New King of the Giant Apes from Nanmu Studio

By |2024-01-11T12:52:20+00:00January 10th, 2024|Categories: Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Photos, Press Releases|0 Comments

Images of the new Nanmu Studio giant ape model has been released. The latest figure is “King of the Giant Apes”, the ape is entitled “Fury”. This is a limited-edition, polymer resin model. The giant ape figure includes a stunning display base.

King of the Giant Apes
The Nanmu Studio new for 2024 King of the Giant Apes resin replica.

“King of the Giant Apes”

The model plays homage to the famous movie gorilla “King Kong”. Numerous films and franchises have been developed since the original RKO Pictures film was released in 1933. The creation of the character is credited to the American Merian Caldwell Cooper who produced and directed the film. The stop-motion animation was undertaken by special effects pioneer Willis H. O’Brien.

Nanmu Studio "King of the Giant Apes" Fury.
The limited-edition Nanmu Studio “King of the Giant Apes” known as Fury.

To view the current range of Nanmu Studio figures available: Nanmu Studio Dinosaur and Prehistoric Animal Models.

The figure bears the scars of many fights with other monstrous animals. It is depicted roaring and throwing a punch.

Tale of the Tape – Model Measurements

The “King of the Giant Apes” is in the Nanmu Studio limited-edition “Dragon Soul” series. Only five hundred figures are being commissioned. The model on its display base stands around 23 cm high (9 inches). The box dimensions for the figure are 31 x 15.2 x 32 cm.

Only five hundred figures are being produced.

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur commented that if the documentation and paperwork for export get sorted, then these figures should be in stock in the spring (2023).

To contact Everything Dinosaur about the “King of the Giant Apes” figure: Email Everything Dinosaur.

Nanmu Studio King of the Giant Apes.
The new for 2024 Nanmu Studio King of the Giant Apes figure complete with display stand. A new resident of Skull Island perhaps?

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6 01, 2024

New Rebor Dire Wolf Models Soon to be in Stock

By |2024-01-10T18:44:26+00:00January 6th, 2024|Categories: Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Press Releases|0 Comments

Everything Dinosaur will be stocking the new Rebor Dire wolf models. There are two colour variants of Aenocyon dirus. The “low roar” plain version and a colour variant that resembles an extant Gray wolf “Havallagata” version. Each figure will be supplied with three interchangeable heads.

The Rebor Dire Wolf replica "low roar" in the plain colouration.
The Rebor 1:11 scale Dire Wolf replica “low roar” in the plain colouration.

Rebor Dire Wolf “Low Roar” Plain

The Rebor Dire Wolf “low roar” has an intriguing colouration. It reminds us of the Gray wolf subspecies known as the Steppe Wolf (Canis lupus campestris), or perhaps the coat is painted to represent the critically endangered Red wolf (Canis rufus) of the southeastern United States. It is a beautiful model, and it is in approximately 1:11 scale. These models will work well with the recently introduced Rebor Smilodon populator figures.

Each Rebor Dire wolf model is supplied with three interchangeable heads.
Each Rebor Dire wolf model is supplied with three interchangeable heads.

The Dire wolf figure can be displayed with its mouth closed or snarling or with its mouth fully open.

To view the current range of Rebor models in stock at Everything Dinosaur: Rebor Models and Figures.

Rebor Dire Wolf “Havallagata” Nord Version

The second colour variant is the “Havallagata” Nord version. It represents a Dire wolf in 1:11 scale. However, it could also depict a giant wolf in 1:18 scale, perhaps something similar to the fearsome animals which featured in the Game of Thrones television series.

Rebor Dire wolf in right lateral view (Havallagata Nord version).
The Rebor Dire wolf “Havallagata” Nord version.

The “Havallagata” Nord version is also supplied with three interchangeable heads. Collectors can display their figure snarling, or with the mouth open or closed.

Each wolf will measure around 18.5 cm in length. The height the figures is estimated at 9 cm.

Dire Wolf (Aenocyon dirus)

The Dire wolf (Aenocyon dirus) is a recently extinct member of the dog family. It has an extensive fossil record, mainly from the Americas. An apex predator and hypercarnivore, it probably specialised in hunting Pleistocene megaherbivores. It became extinct around 9,500 years ago. Palaeontologists have suggested that climate change, the decline of prey species or competition from other predators including humans could have been factors in the animal’s extinction.

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur praised the Rebor Dire wolf models.

The spokesperson added:

“We are not aware of many Dire wolf figures. Congratulations to Rebor for making such splendid models. Both these Dire wolf figures will be in stock at Everything Dinosaur in a few weeks.”

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5 01, 2024

A New Nanotyrannus Video

By |2024-01-07T16:48:26+00:00January 5th, 2024|Categories: Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur Products, Everything Dinosaur videos, Main Page, Press Releases|0 Comments

A new scientific paper published this week postulated that Nanotyrannus (N. lancensis) is a valid taxon. The study was published in the journal “Fossil Studies”. Several lines of scientific enquiry were explored, and the researchers concluded the fossil material ascribed to Nanotyrannus probably did not represent examples of juvenile T. rex.

One of the authors of the study is Dr Nicholas Longrich of the University of Bath. The other author is fellow palaeontologist Dr Evan Saitta, a PhD graduate of the University of Bristol and a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Chicago.

Everything Dinosaur team members created a short video to highlight this research.

Is Nanotyrannus (N. lancensis) a valid taxon? A new scientific study suggests that it is. Video credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Video credit: Everything Dinosaur

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Nanotyrannus Models

The debate surrounding the validity of Nanotyrannus is likely to continue. Indeed, this taxon has attracted controversy ever since it was first formally erected in 1946 (Gilmore). However, model manufacturers have produced Nanotyrannus figures. For example, in 2021 PNSO introduced “Logan the Nanotyrannus” and Safari Ltd have made a Dino Dana Nanotyrannus (see below).

Dino Dana Nanotyrannus dinosaur model.
The Dino Dana Nanotyrannus dinosaur model. Picture credit: Safari Ltd.

Dinosaur fans and model collectors can discuss the validity of this taxon and perhaps these tyrannosaurs can do battle with other tyrannosaur figures animals such as Tarbosaurus and of course Tyrannosaurus rex.

To view the range of Safari Ltd prehistoric animal models including Dino Dana figures: Safari Ltd. Wild Safari Prehistoric World.

T. rex Ontogeny

More than twenty Tyrannosaurus rex specimens have been described. Palaeontologists are aware that this dinosaur changed its body plan dramatically as it grew and matured. A juvenile T. rex had a proportionately much smaller head, a slender neck and longer legs than the adults. This change in body shape is so dramatic that in all likelihood, juveniles behaved very differently than mature animals. They also probably hunted in different ways.

It is as if adult and juvenile T. rex were different species. If this is the case, then juveniles occupied a very different niche in the ecosystem compared to the fully-grown tyrannosaurs. This helps to explain the confusion over the taxonomy of all the tyrannosaur specimens currently assigned to Nanotyrannus lancensis/Tyrannosaurus rex.

The scientific paper: “Taxonomic Status of Nanotyrannus lancensis (Dinosauria: Tyrannosauroidea) — A Distinct Taxon of Small-Bodied Tyrannosaur” by Nicholas R. Longrich and Evan T. Saitta published in Fossil Studies.

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4 01, 2024

New PNSO Aymen the Spinosaurus Coming into Stock

By |2024-01-04T16:50:05+00:00January 4th, 2024|Categories: Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Press Releases|0 Comments

The new for 2024 PNSO Aymen the Spinosaurus replica will be in stock at Everything Dinosaur in a few weeks. This Spinosaurus figure reflects some of the recent scientific revisions concerning this theropod. The model measures an impressive 32.5 cm long. In its bipedal stance the Spinosaurus stands 14 cm tall.

PNSO Aymen the Spinosaurus.
Striding across the landscape but with water close by, the new for 2024 PNSO Aymen the Spinosaurus dinosaur model.

Aymen the Spinosaurus

PNSO have manufactured several Spinosaurus figures including 1:35 scale replicas. Aymen is also in 1:35 scale and it will be supplied with twenty sci-art posters. These posters feature several other members of the Spinosauridae family.

A replica Spinosaurus aegyptiacus skull will also be included in the product packaging.

The PNSO Spinosaurus figure is supplied with posters.
The PNSO Spinosaurus figure is supplied with twenty colour posters and a replica Spinosaurus skull.

To view the current range of PNSO prehistoric animal figures available from Everything Dinosaur: PNSO Age of Dinosaurs Models.

The PNSO Aymen the Spinosaurus will also be supplied with a forty-eight page, full-colour booklet.

Spinosaurus Model Measurements

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur confirmed that the figure measured 32.5 cm in length and that the top of the head was around 14 cm off the ground. Based on the stated scale, this would suggest that Spinosaurus aegyptiacus reached a length of around 11. 3 metres.

Spinosaurus model measurements.
The new Spinosaurus model measures 32.5 cm long and it stands some 14 cm tall. This is a Sci-Art figure, and the declared scale is 1:35.

This new Spinosaurus figure is longer than both the recently introduced PNSO Saurophaganax and Yangchuanosaurus models.

To enquire about this new Spinosaurus figure and to request a figure reservation: Email Everything Dinosaur.

The Everything Dinosaur spokesperson added:

“Collectors can see how scientific opinion about this theropod has changed. Perceptions and views about this dinosaur are reflected in the changing PNSO Spinosaurus figures.”

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30 12, 2023

New Haolonggood Alamosaurus Prototypes

By |2023-12-30T12:58:50+00:00December 30th, 2023|Categories: Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Photos, Press Releases|0 Comments

Everything Dinosaur has been sent photographs of the 1:35 scale Haolonggood Alamosaurus prototypes. Previously, only concept art images were available for versions A and B. Model collectors can gain a better appreciation of the selected colour schemes.

Haolonggood Alamosaurus prototype version A.
A prototype of the Haolonggood Alamosaurus figure (version A). The horned dinosaur figures in the image help to convey the size of the Alamosaurus model.

Haolonggood Alamosaurus Photographs

The picture (above) shows the proposed colour scheme for Alamosaurus version A. The horned dinosaurs included in the photograph help to show the size of the titanosaur model. The Haolonggood Alamosaurus is in 1:35 scale and it will stand around thirty-five centimetres tall.

The first batch of these figures will be supplied with a display base, tree and an unpainted pterosaur figure.

Email Everything Dinosaur if you want to reserve one of these special dinosaur models: Email Everything Dinosaur.

Haolonggood Alamosaurus prototype version B.
A prototype of the Haolonggood Alamosaurus figure (version B).

Those Alamosaurus models reserved prior to the end of the year will be sent out with a display base, tree and an unpainted pterosaur model. The image (above) shows the Alamosaurus version B. It is standing on the display base and unpainted pterosaur figures (both designs) can be seen in the photograph. Only one unpainted pterosaur model will be sent out with each Alamosaurus.

The Limited-edition Alamosaurus (Version C)

The limited-edition (plain) Alamosaurus figure will only be made once. After the first batch of these models have been sold, that colour scheme will be retired.

Haolonggood Alamosaurus prototype version C
A prototype of the Haolonggood Alamosaurus figure limited-edition figure (version C).

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur thanked Haolonggood for providing the photographs and stated:

“These images will demonstrate the quality of these 1:35 scale figures to collectors.”

To view the Haolonggood range of dinosaur figures: Haolonggood Prehistoric Animal Models.

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