The Deinotherium model produced by Eofauna Scientific Research was the third prehistoric elephant figure to be added to this scale model series and what a fantastic replica of a prehistoric proboscidean it is! Team members at Everything Dinosaur took a photo of the Eofauna Deinotherium in the company’s photographic studio (see picture below).
The Eofauna Scientific Research Deinotherium model. A fantastic prehistoric elephant replica. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
The Deinotherium genus was established in the 19th century and several species have been named and described. The species Deinotherium giganteum, the type species, was erected in 1829 by the German naturalist Johann Jakob von Kaup. The scientific name translates as “gigantic terrible beast” and with an estimated weight of 11 tonnes, Deinotherium giganteum was far larger than the largest extant elephants (Loxodonta).
A view of the new for 2019 Eofauna Scientific Research Deinotherium model. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur
The Eofauna Deinotherium is approximately 20 cm in length and it stands around 13 cm tall. The figure has a declared scale of 1:35.
A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur commented:
“The Eofauna Deinotherium model is one of our favourite prehistoric animal figures. Whilst working in the studio we took the opportunity to take some photographs of this wonderful model.”
To view the Eofauna Scientific Research Deinotherium and the rest of the prehistoric animals featured in this series: Eofauna Scientific Research Models.
Team members at Everything Dinosaur have posted up their product showcase video of the Rebor Saurophaganax maximus dinosaur model in the “Volcanic Cavern” colour scheme. This is the third video in this trilogy, with team members having produced product showcase videos of the other two colour variants “Jungle” and “Badlands”.
Video credit: Everything Dinosaur
Rebor Saurophaganax maximus “Volcanic Cavern”
The striking colouration of the Rebor Saurophaganax maximus 1:35 scale replica is highlighted in the company’s short video presentation. The actual size of the model is demonstrated along with the articulated lower jaw. The packaging for this prehistoric animal model is also briefly featured.
The product showcase video provides further information, model measurements are given and the flexible tail and articulated arms are accentuated. The Rebor Saurophaganax maximus Notorious Big “Volcanic Cavern” product showcase video lasts around 45 seconds.
The crimson coloured Rebor Saurophaganax maximus “Notorious Big” in the “volcanic cavern” colour scheme. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur
A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur commented:
“This is the third Rebor Saurophaganax model we have created a product showcase video for. The videos featuring the other two colour variants “Badlands” and “Jungle” have already been posted on Everything Dinosaur’s YouTube channel. We hope these short videos help and inform our customers.”
To view the Rebor Saurophaganax maximus in the “Volcanic Cavern” colour scheme along with the rest of the Rebor prehistoric animal models and figures in stock at Everything Dinosaur: Rebor Models, Prehistoric Animals and Dinosaurs.
The Rebor range of models and figures features a wide variety of prehistoric animals. There have been several different types of theropod dinosaur included in the Rebor portfolio, allosaurids such as Saurophaganax, but also tyrannosaurs such as Yutyrannus huali and T. rex along with ceratosaurs (Ceratosaurus dentisulcatus) and abelisaurids – Carnotaurus and Ekrixinatosaurus.
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Our thanks to young dinosaur fan and artist Caldey who sent into Everything Dinosaur a wonderful illustration of the South American abelisaurid Carnotaurus (C. sastrei). Caldey’s pencil drawing captures this large predator and shows plenty of fine detailing and different sized scales on the animal’s skin. If you look carefully, one of the bony horns on top of this dinosaur’s head, from which this animal was named (meat-eating bull), has been damaged. Scientists remain uncertain as to the function of these small horns, although they may have played a role in species recognition, asserted dominance or perhaps were involved in visual communication.
The illustration of the fearsome Carnotaurus by Caldey. The drawing was inspired by the Jurassic World Carnotaurus. Team members at Everything Dinosaur expect that the forthcoming film “Jurassic World Dominion” will inspire a new generation of palaeoartists. Picture credit: Caldey.
Picture credit: Caldey
“Jurassic World Dominion”
Caldey was inspired to produce a Carnotaurus drawing by the forthcoming film “Jurassic World Dominion”, which is thought to be the last film in the “Jurassic Park/Jurassic World” movie franchise. The COVID-19 pandemic had delayed the release date for this eagerly anticipated film, it is now scheduled for global cinema release on June 10th (2022). The trailer for the film was released eight weeks ago and has already received over fifty million views on YouTube.
When viewing the image that Caldey had sent into us, it reminded team members of the recently introduced PNSO Carnotaurus figure “Domingo”.
We compared Caldey’s excellent drawing with one of the images we have in our database for the PNSO Domingo the Carnotaurus model.
Caldey was inspired by the Carnotaurus seen in a film, but we think the drawing is similar to the PNSO Carnotaurus model Domingo. Picture credit for the illustration: Caldey.
A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur commented:
“It is always a pleasure to receive artwork from dinosaur fans. We have received lots of illustrations from Caldey and we are very impressed with her work and her attention to detail. Keep up the good work Caldey!”
Nanmu Studio Jurassic Series prehistoric animal models feature in the latest customer newsletter despatched by Everything Dinosaur. The newsletter included details of seven, newly arrived Nanmu Studio models including the marine reptile “Lord of the Abyss”, Brachiosaurus, the sick Triceratops replica and the Calypso/Santiago Baryonyx figures. The beautiful fallen Triceratops model was given top billing.
Sick Triceratops given top billing in the latest Everything Dinosaur customer newsletter. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur
Nanmu Studio Sick Triceratops
The Nanmu Studio sick Triceratops dinosaur model features a fallen Triceratops on a stunning display base. Everything Dinosaur had stocked other Nanmu Studio Triceratops figures in 2021, but this is the first time that this particular horned dinosaur figure has come into stock at the UK-based mail order company.
The Nanmu Studio Jurassic Series sick Triceratops (Heavy Lance) is a 1:35 scale replica.
The two Nanmu Studio Brachiosaurus dinosaur models feature in the latest Everything Dinosaur newsletter. Watchman grey (left) and Watchman brown (right). Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur
Brachiosaurus Comes into View
The Everything Dinosaur customer newsletter also features the recently arrived Brachiosaurus figures (Watchman Brachiosaurus). Two colour variants are offered, a grey and a brown version. These sauropod models are huge measuring over forty-two centimetres high.
The two standing Nanmu Studio standing Baryonyx models (Santiago and Calypso) feature in the latest Everything Dinosaur newsletter. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur
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Nanmu Studio Jurassic Series Baryonyx Dinosaur Models
A shipment of Nanmu Studio figures arrived last week at Everything Dinosaur’s warehouse. As well as more stock of models already sold by the company, the shipment also contained a quantity of Baryonyx figures (Santiago and Calypso standing Baryonyx models). The shipment also contained the resting Santiago Baryonyx model and the Nanmu Studio Jurassic Series “Lord of the Abyss” Mosasaurus replica.
The Lord of the Abyss mosasaur model (left) and the Nanmu Studio Jurassic Series resting Baryonyx (Santiago). Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
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It is true that many dinosaur model suppliers have struggled to obtain stock. Factories have struggled with production issues and problems with global logistics have caused difficulties with both the sourcing of raw materials as well as the distribution of finished products.
Everything Dinosaur has been able to maintain stocks of CollectA replicas including many of the scale models of dinosaurs such as the CollectA Deluxe Iguanodon and the awesome CollectA Deluxe Mapusaurus.
The CollectA 1:40 scale Iguanodon and Mapusaurus dinosaur models.
A spokesperson from the UK-based mail order company stated that whilst trading conditions were difficult the team at CollectA had worked diligently to continue production and to develop new figures and models.
The spokesperson went onto add:
“Sourcing prehistoric animal models and figures has been extremely challenging over the last twelve months or so. We do not anticipate issues easing for at least another nine months, perhaps longer. However, we at Everything Dinosaur have been able to source figures and whilst some lines are currently out of stock, we do expect stock deliveries in the next few weeks to replenish our inventory.”
The CollectA1:40 deluxe Iguanodon model and the CollectA 1:40 deluxe Mapusaurus were both introduced in 2018 and they have proved to be very popular amongst model collectors and fans of dinosaurs. Despite the difficult global trading conditions, Everything Dinosaur has been able to maintain a stock of a wide range of CollectA scale model figures, including pterosaurs, prehistoric fish, prehistoric mammals and of course, dinosaurs. CollectA has continued production and put in place sensible business plans to help them accommodate the difficult global trading situation.
CollectA Deluxe Mapusaurus dinosaur model.
The introduction of the CollectA 1:40 scale Iguanodon replica in 2018 was particularly significant as it graphically demonstrated how our perceptions regarding this large Cretaceous ornithopod had changed. The CollectA Iguanodon figure helped to convey how the scientific description of Iguanodon has radically altered since it was formally named and described as a genus back in 1825.
The changing body plan of Iguanodon. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
Everything Dinosaur continues to set the benchmark for customer service as the UK-based mail order company has clocked up over five hundred five-star customer reviews on Feefo. Everything Dinosaur has once again, been bestowed the accolade of Feefo’s Platinum Service Award, the highest award provided by Feefo.
The Trusted Service Awards recognise companies who go above and beyond to provide the very best customer experience. Feefo have provided Platinum Trusted Service awards to businesses who have achieved Gold standard for three consecutive years. To receive a Gold Trusted Service award, businesses must have collected at least fifty reviews with a Feefo service rating of between 4.5 and 4.9 over a year. Everything Dinosaur has logged ten times this amount and now has over five hundred reviews on Feefo.
Everything Dinosaur wins the Platinum Service Award.
It is our attention to detail that sets us apart from other suppliers of prehistoric animal models and figures. Take for example, a recently published review concerning the supply of a CollectA Tenontosaurus model.
The reviewer, Lisa, awarded Everything Dinosaur five-stars when she was emailed by Feefo asking for feedback on her recent purchase.
Lisa commented:
“Wonderful! Good range, good prices, good service. Bought a Tenontosaurus for dinosaur obsessed child’s 10th birthday. Lovely model, arrived really quickly, nicely wrapped with bubble wrap to protect its neck. Will buy from them again.”
The CollectA Age of Dinosaurs Tenontosaurus model.
A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur thanked Lisa for her review and stated:
“We are grateful for all the reviews and feedback we receive. Team members read them all and we are delighted to have been able to continue to maintain our high standards of customer service in what have been challenging trading circumstances.”
To see the CollectA Tenontosaurus dinosaur model and the rest of the prehistoric animal figures in this extensive model range: The CollectA Prehistoric Life Range.
Our thanks to dinosaur fan and model collector William who sent into Everything Dinosaur a detailed review of the recently introduced PNSO Zhuchengtyrannus.
The new for 2022 PNSO Zhuchengtyrannus model.
PNSO Zhuchengtyrannus magnus “Lu Xiong”
The new for 2022 PNSO Zhuchengtyrannus dinosaur model is release number 58 in the PNSO prehistoric animal model range. The head is a fabulous sculpt of a classical Tyrannosaurinae skull. The skull is powerful and robust ideal to attack prey and with jaws capable of crushing bone. The PNSO Zhuchengtyrannus is depicted as an apex predator. The lacrimal horn is of the same superb standard as seen on other PNSO theropod models. William also praises the detailing associated with the mandibular fenestrae.
The PNSO Lu Xiong Zhuchengtyrannus model has an articulated lower jaw.
William points out that this figure has an articulated jaw and carefully sculpted teeth and praises the ear vents, commenting that this top predator had sensitive hearing capable of picking up the subtle rumble of low frequencies.
Forelimbs, Legs and Skin Tone
The reviewer states that the now familiar but carefully crafted PNSO shoulders, arms and two fingered hands of this figure are on a par with other PNSO carnivorous dinosaurs. The limbs are particularly robust and show some wonderful detail. The left foot is slightly raised giving the impression of slow but deliberate movement.
William compliments the design team at PNSO for the care and attention they have taken over the skin texture and scales.
He comments:
“From every fold and wrinkle and right down to his bull neck and well hefted bulk of the ribcage we havea Zhuchengtyrannus magnus in his full power of his youth and prime in perfect condition. For those with an extra eye for detail we have the perfect cloaca.”
The PNSO Lu Xiong the Zhuchengtyrannus dinosaur model.
The Colouration of the Model
William describes the colouration of the PNSO figure explaining that the skin tone moves from a beige cream to a yellow beige with an olive-green wash running from behind the eyes down the neck and shoulders across the thighs and towards the rear of the model. He points out that dark brown and tan stripes can be observed running the length of the tail. The anterior portion of the muzzle has black scales. The eyes are painted yellow with black pupils and the lacrimal crests are tinged with a hint of orange that “bring Lu Xiong to life”.
William also comments that the PNSO Zhuchengtyrannus is supplied with a clear plastic support stand, a full-colour booklet and a stunning poster showing the three recently proposed species of Tyrannosaurus (T. imperator, T. regina and Tyrannosaurus rex).
The new for 2022 PNSO Lu Xiong the Zhuchengtyrannus dinosaur model is supplied with colour posters, a 64-page information booklet and the packaging has a QR code that links to a short video that explains how the figure was developed.
William Provides Scientific Details
William provides model measurements and some details outlining the discovery of this iconic Asian tyrannosaur.
Scale: 1:32-1:38 (Campanian faunal stage of the Late Cretaceous) Length: 12 & 1/4 inches. Height: 4 & 1/2 inches.
In 2011 the holotype was found in Shandong province of eastern China. A nearly perfect right maxilla with left dentary and teeth.
William concludes his Zhuchengtyrannus review by stating that this model lives up to its specific name “great”.
He adds:
“Remember this, some of us have waited a long time to own a Tyrannosaurinae model. Now is your chance, given to us all by PNSO. Additionally, he will pair to perfection with the previous three PNSO Tyrannosaurinae models.”
William Praises Everything Dinosaur
The reviewer praised Everything Dinosaur for supplying the model commenting that his faith and respect for Everything Dinosaur has never wavered from his first purchase many years ago to his latest acquisition “Lu Xiong”.
“In truth why I hold them in such high esteem is that the entire Everything Dinosaur company loves and care for what they do equally as they care for every customer from visiting schools to safety testing theirproducts and creating an information sheet for every model they stock to maintaining an up to date homepage and blog and the full spread of their media accounts are fresh and informative…..They are “Everything Dinosaur.”
Our thanks to William for providing us with his PNSO Zhuchengtyrannus model review.
To view the PNSO Zhuchengtyrannus figure and the rest of the PNSO range in stock at Everything Dinosaur: PNSO Age of Dinosaurs.
Everything Dinosaur has posted up onto its YouTube channel the second video in the trilogy showcasing the Rebor Saurophaganax maximus Notorious Big 1:35 scale dinosaur models. The second video features the “Jungle” colour scheme. The short YouTube video highlighting the Rebor Saurophaganax in the “Badlands” colour scheme was posted up a few days ago, the final video in this series, showcasing the stunning “Volcanic Cavern” figure will be posted shortly.
Video credit: Everything Dinosaur
The “Jungle” Colour Variant
Saurophaganax fossil material is exceptionally rare, much rarer than its contemporaries such as Allosaurus fragilis or Ceratosaurus nasicornis. Although numerous theropods are associated with the the Brushy Basin Member, which is the youngest part of the Morrison Formation, only a handful of fragmentary fossils have been ascribed to S. maximus.
Careful and systematic study of the sedimentary characteristics of the Brushy Basin Member (Tanner et al, 2014), contradict the original conclusion that these sediments were laid down in a very wet environment with extensive lakes and marshes. The palaeoclimate suggests strong seasonal variations with semi-arid periods caused by reduced rainfall (weaker monsoons) interspersed with much wetter, sub-humid periods that resulted from much stronger monsoons. A green-coloured predator would have been camouflaged well against the background vegetation. Of all the three colour variants offered by Rebor – “Badlands, “Jungle” and “Volcanic Cavern”, arguably “Jungle” would provide the best camouflage for the predator.
A view of the Rebor Saurophaganax maximus “jungle” colour variant (lateral view). Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur
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Rebor Saurophaganax maximus “Jungle” Video Showcase
Everything Dinosaur’s Rebor Saurophaganax maximus “Jungle” video showcase starts by showing the dinosaur model on a revolving turntable, the model is held to provide a guide for size and the articulated jaw and arms are demonstrated.
The Rebor Saurophaganax maximus Museum Class replica in the jungle colour scheme. The video showcase of this model will be available to view on the Everything Dinosaur YouTube channel.
Team members at Everything Dinosaur have created a short product video showcase featuring the Rebor Saurophaganax maximus “Badlands” version. The “Badlands” colour variant is one of three, 1:35 scale Saurophaganax figures recently introduced by Rebor, Everything Dinosaur plans to make short YouTube videos for each variant – “Badlands”, “Jungle” and the crimson coloured “Volcanic Cavern”.
The Everything Dinosaur Product Showcase Video of the Rebor Saurophaganax maximus Notorious Big in the “Badlands” colour scheme.
Rebor Saurophaganax maximus Notorious Big “Badlands”
The short video lasts for approximately 45 seconds. It was shot in Everything Dinosaur’s studio and shows the new Rebor dinosaur model on a rotating turntable. This permits viewers to get a good view of the figure from a variety of angles. The snug fit of the tail piece can be observed, the seam is barely visible.
The Rebor Saurophaganax maximus “Notorious Big” 1:35 scale dinosaur model shown in right lateral view. The model is in the “Badlands” colour scheme. The video highlights the tight fit of the tail piece. There is virtually no sign of a seam.
The video concludes by showing the model held by a person, which gives an immediate impression of size. The articulated jaw is demonstrated and the tail is repositioned to highlight its flexibility.
The model is very stable as it slowly rotates on the turntable during the video.
REBOR 1:35 Saurophaganax maximus Museum Class Replica “Notorious Big” in the “Badlands” colour scheme. A short video has been created that highlights the features of this dinosaur model.
To view the Rebor Saurophaganax maximus in the “Badlands” colour scheme and the rest of the models and prehistoric animals in stock at Everything Dinosaur: Rebor Models and Figures.
Team members at Everything Dinosaur are busy creating three Rebor Saurophaganax maximus product showcase videos that will be posted up on the company’s YouTube channel. The plan is to produce one short video showcase for each of the three colour variants that have been introduced “Badlands”, “Jungle” and the crimson coloured “Volcanic Cavern”.
The Rebor Saurophaganax maximus in a scale of 1:35. This is the Notorious Big “Badlands” colour variants, one of three versions produced and the first to have a product video showcase posted up on Everything Dinosaur’s YouTube channel. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur
Popular Rebor Dinosaur Models
The three Rebor Saurophaganax maximus replicas have proved to be extremely popular amongst dinosaur fans and model collectors. Everything Dinosaur has received a number of requests to develop more product showcase videos, highlighting features such as the articulated jaw, the different colour schemes, the movable arms and the flexible tail.
A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur commented:
“We are happy to oblige, the footage has been shot and in the next few days the first product video showcase featuring the “Badlands” colour variant will be posted up onto our YouTube channel.”
Three in a row! The three new for 2022 Rebor Saurophaganax maximus dinosaur models. Foreground “Jungle” colour scheme, middle “Badlands” and in the background “Volcanic Cavern”. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur
Product Video Showcases of Rebor Notorious Big “Jungle” and “Volcanic Cavern” to Follow
Everything Dinosaur plans to upload the product video showcases for the other two colour schemes “Jungle” and “Volcanic Cavern” shortly. This will provide potential purchasers with the opportunity to view videos of the actual models.
The Rebor Saurophaganax 1:35 scale dinosaur model in the “Jungle” colour variant. Everything Dinosaur plans to add three Saurophaganax product showcase videos to the company’s YouTube channel – one for each colour variant. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur
The videos will be posted up on Everything Dinosaur’s YouTube channel and shared across its social media platforms. To visit Everything Dinosaur on YouTube: Visit Everything Dinosaur on YouTube.
The Rebor Saurophaganax maximus “Volcanic Cavern” colour scheme. The Everything Dinosaur product video showcase titles. The UK-based mail order company intends to post up on the company’s YouTube channel a short video highlighting this Rebor replica.
Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur
The picture (above), shows the crimson coloured Rebor Saurophaganax maximus in the “Volcanic Cavern” colour scheme. Everything Dinosaur intends to post up on the company’s YouTube channel a short video highlighting this fabulous Rebor replica.