The new for 2023 Wild Past Scutosaurus and Kotlassia models have arrived at Everything Dinosaur. This set consists of two 1:20 scale replicas of prehistoric animals associated with the Permian of Russia. This is the third set of figures to be introduced into the Wild Past range, following the Protoceratops and the Tethyshadros pair.
The Wild Past Kotlassia (left) and the Wild Past Scutosaurus (right). Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur
The Wild Past Scutosaurus and Kotlassia Figures
Scutosaurus was a Late Permian pareiasaur. It was one of the largest terrestrial vertebrates of the Late Permian. Known from several near complete skeletons, it is thought that this herbivore weighed more than a 1,000 kilograms. It was coeval with Kotlassia. Formally named and described in 1921 (Vladimir Amalitsky) Kotlassia (K. prima) is thought to be a basal member of the Seymouriamorpha. It may have been semi-aquatic, part of a group of transitional forms evolving into fully terrestrial animals.
The new for 2023 Wild Past Scutosaurus and Kotlassia 1:20 scale models. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur confirmed that these two figures will be supplied with fact sheets. The spokesperson added:
“We congratulate the team at Wild Past for their excellent and unusual prehistoric animal figures. It is not everyday that Permain prehistoric animals get put into the spotlight. The Tethyshadros pair and the Protoceratops model with nest have proved popular, we are sure Kotlassia and Scutosaurus will prove popular with collectors too.”
The Wild Past Scutosaurus (close-up of the head). Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur
To view the extensive range of prehistoric animal themed merchandise including models and toys available from Everything Dinosaur: Everything Dinosaur.
Everything Dinosaur team members have posted up a CollectA Dreadnoughtus video review. This short video, it lasts under ten minutes, can be found on the company’s YouTube channel. The video discusses the fossil material associated with this titanosaur and examines a Dreadnoughtus prototype model in detail.
Everything Dinosaur’s video review of the CollectA Deluxe 1:100 Scale Dreadnoughtus.
Recently, Everything Dinosaur in collaboration with CollectA announced the second batch of new for 2024 prehistoric animal figures. The Dreadnoughtus video provides an overview of the CollectA Deluxe replica. It is due to be in stock at Everything Dinosaur early in 2024.
The Dreadnoughtus figure that features in the CollectA Deluxe video review. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
Video Contents 0:00 – Introducing Dreadnoughtus. 0:30 – Dreadnoughtus Prototype. 1:04 – Subscribe! 1:15 – Reviewing the Prototype! 3:28 – Dreadnoughtus Fossils. 4:48 – Debate about the Weight! 6:09 – The Dreadnoughtus Name. 7:17 – Available early 2024. 7:46 – Question of the Day! 8:42 – Follow us on Social Media. 9:09 – Where to Buy CollectA Models. 9:40 – Thank You!
Dreadnoughtus schrani
This huge sauropod was formally described in 2014 (Lacovara et al). Fossils representing two individual animals were excavated from outcrops of the Cerro Fortaleza Formation in Santa Cruz Province, Patagonia. The discovery of well-preserved limb bones enabled the research team to use limb bone circumference calculations to estimate the body weight of this leviathan. At the time of publication, it was suggested that Dreadnoughtus could have weighed more than 59 tonnes. The specimen upon which this body mass estimate was based, was not fully grown.
A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur confirmed that this new for 2024 CollectA figure would be in stock early in 2024. No arrival date had been confirmed at this time, but the figure could be in stock around March 2024.
Today, we make the third announcement with regards to new CollectA prehistoric animal models for 2024. CollectA will introduce a 1:20 scale armoured dinosaur and a new set of mini-dinosaur figures.
CollectA mini sauropod model set.
CollectA Deluxe Polacanthus.
At this time, we are not sure as to when the CollectA mini-sauropod set will be available. The CollectA Polacanthus is due to be in stock at Everything Dinosaur in the middle of 2024 or thereabouts.
Team members will discuss the mini-sauropod set in detail in a future blog post. For the moment we will focus on the new for 2024 Polacanthus foxii figure.
The new for 2024 CollectA Deluxe 1:20 scale Polacanthus figure.
If Polacanthus had a parascapular spine it was a splate. A splate being a spine raised on a plate of bone (combination of plate and spine). This has been located over the shoulder.
CollectA Deluxe Polacanthus
Polacanthus (P. foxii) was scientifically described in 1865. The fragmentary holotype (NHMUK PV R175) was excavated from Upper Wessex Formation strata on the Isle of Wight. Numerous other specimens have been assigned to this genus in the past. The polacanthids have undergone an extensive revision. Today, only the holotype material is assigned to P. foxii.
The dermal armour of this member of the Ankylosauria clade has been carefully reconstructed on the figure. The arrangement of the spikes and bosses is largely speculative.
The animal has a triangular shaped head. It broadens out considerably towards the back of the skull. The head is more typical of an ankylosaur. The narrow skull seen in some life reconstructions has been abandoned in favour of a skull shape that reflects the known polacanthid body plan. The model has two cervical rings of armour on the neck. It may have had three rings, but the fossil record of this dinosaur is quite poor. Only two cervical rings can be demonstrated by the fossil material, so the model has just two cervical rings. The limb proportions seem appropriate and great care has been taken in the placement and orientation of the dermal armour.
The Polacanthus figure shows countershading on the underside and the design team have moved away from the typical brown and rust red colouration associated with the Ankylosauria.
A Revision of the Wealden Group Armoured Dinosaurs
Work is continuing to revise and define the armoured dinosaur fossil material associated with the extensive Wealden Group. CollectA were keen to introduce a revised Polacanthus figure with a sacral shield. This new model is a considerable improvement on the CollectA Prehistoric Life Polacanthus which did not have a sacral shield.
In addition, CollectA wanted to introduce an updated figure as recent research has continued to define the genus and has led to the erection of new armoured dinosaur species. For example, earlier this year, a new Wealden Formation ankylosaur was named Vectipelta barretti.
Although fossils assigned to Vectipelta were once thought to represent Polacanthus, studies have revealed that these two dinosaurs were not that closely related. In addition, Vectipelta could be as much as eight million years older than the holotype Polacanthus foxii material.
A prototype figure photographed in dorsal view to show the detailed armour. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
The Polacanthus figure has a declared scale of 1:20. The CollectA Deluxe Polacanthus dinosaur model measures 27.5 cm in length and the tip of the beautiful tail is held 13 cm high in the air.
The model will be available from Everything Dinosaur in the middle of 2024.
Some of the spikes have been broken. Damaged spikes on the CollectA Deluxe Polacanthus figure are highlighted by red arrows. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
The next Everything Dinosaur YouTube review will feature the recently announced new for 2024 CollectA Deluxe Dreadnoughtus model. It is likely to be posted up on the company’s YouTube channel later this week. The video will feature a Dreadnoughtus 1:100 scale prototype figure.
We will post up shortly (within 2-3 days) a video review featuring a CollectA Deluxe Dreadnoughtus prototype dinosaur model. The video will be hosted on the Everything Dinosaur YouTube channel. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
CollectA Deluxe Dreadnoughtus YouTube Video Review
A spokesperson for the UK-based mail order company explained that the video was currently being edited and there was a short section describing the fossil discovery still to be filmed. It was hoped that the YouTube video would be posted up in a few days.
The CollectA Deluxe Dreadnoughtus in posterior view.
Dreadnoughtus was scientifically described in 2014 (Lacovara et al). Although body mass estimates have been challenged it remains one of the largest terrestrial vertebrates known to science. The genus contains a single species D. schrani. Two skeletons were found, and between them about 45% of the total skeleton of this huge titanosaur has been documented and described.
Dreadnoughtus Video
The video will highlight some of the features on the prototype model. It will cover colour choice, the arrangement of the dermal armour and the inclusion of thumb claws. The narrator will ask what other sauropod figures would you like CollectA to make?
This video is one of a series of Everything Dinosaur YouTube videos that focus on the new model introductions from CollectA. The CollectA Deluxe Dreadnoughtus video review will be posted up on the Everything Dinosaur YouTube channel in a few days.
The actual model will be in stock at Everything Dinosaur early in 2024.
Everything Dinosaur has been contacted by Haolonggood with a request to provide feedback. Our Chinese chums would like to know what people think of the Haolonggood dinosaur models. Customers of Everything Dinosaur are aware of how well-connected team members are. We are happy to pass on comments and feedback on behalf of our customers. In addition, Haolonggood have asked for some suggestions for new dinosaur figures. We would be delighted to pass on these suggestions.
Haolonggood have asked Everything Dinosaur customers for feedback on their existing model range and for suggestions for new Haolonggood dinosaur models. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
The team at Haolonggood have asked two specific questions:
What do our customers like about Haolonggood models?
What other dinosaur models would you like Haolonggood to develop?
A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur commented that it was always helpful to receive feedback from customers. Manufacturers also benefitted from comments made by customers and dinosaur model fans.
The spokesperson added:
“Haolonggood were keen to listen to model collectors and they recently amended their Ouranosaurus figure, improving the manus. The changes were made in line with customer expectations.”
Haolonggood have challenged model collectors to propose new figures for their extensive range. Everything Dinosaur is looking forward to passing on the suggestions. The company has received several already, quite an eclectic range, more theropods as well as ornithischians.
Which dinosaurs would you like Haolonggood to make a model of? Perhaps you would want to see more carnivorous dinosaurs with lips, or maybe you might want to see a marine reptile or pterosaur figure?
In stock at Everything Dinosaur a dinosaur skeleton beanie hat. Made from super comfortable, 100% cotton a dinosaur hat suitable for children from three years and upwards. The beanie hat features the skull of a famous meat-eating dinosaur.
A wonderful dinosaur skeleton beanie hat. Made from 100% cotton the beanie hat features the skeleton of a carnivorous dinosaur.
A Dinosaur Skeleton Beanie Hat
A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur explained that this new hat was part of their clothing range aimed at children. It is an ideal hat for a young palaeontologist. The hat is machine washable, and made from 100% breathable cotton.
The spokesperson explained that the product label states that this is a Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton beanie hat. However, we and many young dinosaur fans we suspect, will know that the skeleton featured is not a T. rex.
They saying goes “if you want to get ahead, get a hat”. Recently, Everything Dinosaur introduced a special beanie hat for adults. This beanie hat features the Everything Dinosaur logo and it was inspired by the headgear worn in the Everything Dinosaur warehouse.
The exclusive Everything Dinosaur beanie hat is now in stock. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur
To view the extensive range of dinosaur and prehistoric animal models, clothing and toys available from the company’s website: Everything Dinosaur.
Everything Dinosaur in collaboration with CollectA makes the second announcement about new for 2024 CollectA prehistoric animal models. Today, we can introduce two new CollectA dinosaurs namely:
A CollectA Deluxe 1:100 scale Dreadnoughtus.
CollectA Deluxe Velociraptor in 1:6 scale.
The CollectA Deluxe Dreadnoughtus is scheduled to be in stock at Everything Dinosaur early in 2024. Dinosaur fans will have to wait a little longer for the new Velociraptor figure. It is expected later in the year.
CollectA Deluxe Dreadnoughtus
The new for 2024 CollectA Deluxe 1:100 scale Dreadnoughtus dinosaur model. A photograph of a model prototype. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur
Formally named and described in 2014 (Lacovara et al), Dreadnoughtus (D. schrani) is one of the largest terrestrial vertebrates known to science. Most super-sized titanosaurs are described from fragmentary material. Dreadnoughtus is an exception, approximately 45% of the skeleton was recovered. These fossils have provided palaeontologists with new information on the anatomy of giant dinosaurs.
The Dreadnoughtus fossil material comes from the Cerro Fortaleza Formation and there are theropods known from these deposits too, but not super-sized carnivores. The megaraptoran Orkoraptor is probably the largest carnivorous dinosaur, scars on the legs of Dreadnoughtus indicate attacks from packs of these animals, but they did not really stand much chance of bringing this huge dinosaur down. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur
The new for 2024 CollectA Deluxe 1:100 scale Dreadnoughtus measures 32 cm in length and that beautiful head stands approximately 23.5 cm off the ground.
One of the large scutes on the back of Dreadnoughtus has been damaged. Probably through intraspecific combat. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
Next year (2024) marks the centenary of the scientific description of Velociraptor. This famous dinosaur (Velociraptor mongoliensis) was first described in 1924 (Osborn). To commemorate the hundred years since this dinosaur was first named, CollectA have introduced a 1:6 scale figure that reflects the very latest research.
The new for 2024 CollectA Deluxe Velociraptor figure in 1:6 scale. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur
The CollectA Deluxe Velociraptor depicts this iconic dinosaur as an extremely agile and active animal. The plumage has been updated and the Velociraptor figure sports a propatagium, a flap of soft tissue linking the wrists to the shoulders, a feature it shares with living birds that can fly.
A close-up view of the detailed wing. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur
The integumentary covering reflects the latest scientific thinking, and the Velociraptor is portrayed as a dynamic, extremely active animal.
The new for 2024 CollectA Deluxe Velociraptor figure depicts this theropod as a lithe and very agile predator. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur
The new 1:6 scale Velociraptor measures 32 cm long and that magnificent tail tip is around 16.5 cm off the ground.
The new for 2024 CollectA Deluxe Velociraptor. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur
The new CollectA Dreadnoughtus is expected in stock at Everything Dinosaur in early 2024. The new Velociraptor is expected to arrive a little later in the year.
Everything Dinosaur has posted up a video review of the new for 2024 CollectA Deluxe Dearc sgiathanach pterosaur model. This video review featuring a prototype figure has been posted on the company’s YouTube channel.
The video lasts a little under twelve minutes and consists of a model review plus some information on the Dearc sgiathanach fossil material.
Everything Dinosaur’s video review of the recently announced CollectA Deluxe 1:3 scale Dearc pterosaur figure.
Video credit: Everything Dinosaur
The CollectA Deluxe Dearc sgiathanach Pterosaur figure
The new for 2024 pterosaur replica is due to be in stock at Everything Dinosaur early in 2024. We do not know at this stage when it will arrive. However, team members promise to keep pterosaur model fans informed via the company’s social media platforms.
The Dearc sgiathanach model in anterior view. The pterosaur has an articulated lower jaw.
Video Contents
The stunning, single fossil specimen was discovered by University of Edinburgh PhD student Amelia Penny during a field trip to Brother’s Point on the Isle of Skye (2017). In our video review we highlight how the colour scheme chosen reflects this pterosaur’s Scottish links.
The video is split into several chapters:
0:00 – Introduction New CollectA Dearc Figure. 0:35 – The Dearc Prototype. 1:41 – Subscribe! 1:52 – Dearc Colouration. 2:51 – Links with Skye and Scotland. 3:32 – Teeth on the Model. 4:44 – Size of the Model. 5:48 – Fossil Discovery. 7:01 – Close view of the Head. 7:44 – Sub-adult Specimen. 8:20 – Pteroid Bones. 8:39 – Uropatagium. 9:17 – Available early 2024. 9:48 – Question of the Day! What other type of pterosaur would you like CollectA to make a model of? 10:35 – Buying CollectA Figures.
A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur commented that the company planned to post up more information about new for 2024 CollectA prehistoric animals next Friday (10th November).
PNSO is to add a replica of the Late Cretaceous Alamosaurus to its model range. This superb replica of a North American sauropod is due to be in stock at Everything Dinosaur before the end of the year. The PNSO Alamosaurus dinosaur model measures 41.5 cm long. The Alamosaurus figure is 18.5 cm tall.
The superb PNSO Samuel the Alamosaurus dinosaur model is roaming the landscape.
The PNSO Alamosaurus Dinosaur Model
Samuel the Alamosaurus is the latest sauropod to be added to the impressive PNSO model range. It will be supplied with a Sci-Art, colour poster (A3-sized). In addition, a QR code on the packaging will link customers to a video about this huge dinosaur. The Alamosaurus packaging will also contain a 64-page, full-colour booklet illustrating this herbivore.
The new for late 2023 PNSO Alamosaurus model is supplied with an A3-sized colour poster and a 64-page booklet.
To view the range of PNSO prehistoric animal figures available from Everything Dinosaur: PNSO Age of Dinosaurs Models.
Alamosaurus sanjuanensis
Alamosaurus sanjuanensis was named and described in 1922. Fossils associated with this huge dinosaur have been found in numerous Upper Cretaceous exposures covering the south-western United States. Size estimates vary, but a body length of around thirty metres has been proposed. Alamosaurus is the largest dinosaur described to date from Upper Cretaceous deposits of North America.
The notes that Everything Dinosaur received from PNSO made no reference to model scale. If this dinosaur did have a length of around thirty metres, then the PNSO Alamosaurus figure would be in an approximate scale of 1:72.
This impressive titanosaur figure stands 28.5 cm high and is 41.5 cm in length.
A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur commented that the PNSO Alamosaurus was due to be in stock at Everything Dinosaur in the middle of December (2023).
The spokesperson added:
“This is a fine titanosaur replica. We note that the design team at PNSO have added dermal armour. We think this is a hypothetical reconstruction. Although dermal armour is known in other titanosaurs, we are not sure whether fossilised scutes or osteoderms have been directly assigned to this genus.”
Everything Dinosaur intends to post up a short video providing more information on the recently announced CollectA Deluxe Dearc sgiathanach pterosaur model. The video should be on the company’s YouTube channel in a few days.
Everything Dinosaur will post up a short video review of the new for 2024 CollectA Deluxe Dearc sgiathanach pterosaur model. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
An official image of the new for 2024 rhamphorhynchid has been released by CollectA. However, Everything Dinosaur has been sent additional photographs and they have also received a model from the prototype development phase of production.
A spokesperson for the UK-based mail order company stated:
“Everything Dinosaur has announced the first of the new for 2024 CollectA prehistoric animal figures, the remarkable CollectA Deluxe 1:3 scale Dearc. You have seen an official image, possibly one or two images if you follow the Everything Dinosaur blog, but let’s go one step further and show you one of the pre-production figures.”
A close-up view of the head and jaws of the new for 2024 CollectA Dearc pterosaur model. The lines on the tip of the mandible might mark the location of the rhamphothecae, the outer surface of the mandible that was covered in a thin sheath of keratin. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur
The Dearc sgiathanach Model
The CollectA Dearc sgiathanach model is scheduled to be available from Everything Dinosaur, early in 2024. It is one of the first of the new for 2024 prehistoric animal models to go into production. A spokesperson confirmed that it could be in stock as early as March (2024). The exact delivery date has yet to be determined. However, team members promise to keep collectors informed on social media.
The YouTube video providing more information on the new for 2024 CollectA Dearc sgiathanach will be posted up onto the company’s YouTube channel in a few days.
