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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|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|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|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|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|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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27 12, 2023

Haolonggood New Alamosaurus Model Offer

By |2023-12-27T08:26:27+00:00December 27th, 2023|Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Press Releases|0 Comments

Haolonggood recently launched a new dinosaur model initiative. The company is offering three versions of a 1:35 scale Alamosaurus figure. Customers have until the 28th December (2023) to inform Everything Dinosaur which version they would like. The special Haolonggood Alamosaurus offer will close shortly.

There is just a little over 24-hours left to let Everything Dinosaur know which of the new for 2024 Haolonggood 1:35 scale Alamosaurus models you would like. Choose from version A, version B, and the limited-edition, plain brown model version C. If we can place our order with Haolonggood on 28th December then we will be able to supply each figure with a display base, tree and an unpainted pterosaur model.

There is no obligation to buy, no need to pre-order or to place a deposit, just email us at Contact Us at Everything Dinosaur and tell us which version you want reserving and we would be happy to set a figure aside for you. Models expected in stock in March.

Haolonggood Alamosaurus offer.
There are three colour variants to choose from, version A, B and the limited-edition version C. If ordered before December 28th 2023 the models will include a display base, tree and an unpainted pterosaur figure.

To view the current range of Haolonggood prehistoric animal models in stock: Haolonggood Preshistoric Animal Figures.

The Haolonggood Alamosaurus Offer

The actual model measurements have yet to be confirmed. However, each PVC Alamosaurus figure will weigh several kilos and the proposed product packaging suggests that the 1:35 scale Alamosaurus will stand about 35 cm tall and measure around 65 cm in length.

Haolonggood Alamosaurus freebies - ptersaur and base with tree.
If ordered before the cut-off date of December 28th (2023), the model will be supplied with a base and one of two unpainted pterosaur figures.

Haolonggood have provided helpful box dimensions: 65 cm (25.6 inches) long, width 14 cm (5.5 inches) and height 36 cm (14.1 inches).

If customers reserve an Alamosaurus model before 28th December (2023), the 1:35 scale Alamosaurus figure will be supplied with a display base and one of two unpainted pterosaur models.

Remember, please email Everything Dinosaur to let us know which figure you would like. You have until December 28th (2023) to contact us: Email Everything Dinosaur.

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24 12, 2023

New for 2024 Haolonggood Dinosaur Models

By |2023-12-24T19:44:43+00:00December 24th, 2023|Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Press Releases|1 Comment

Haolonggood are continuing their production of prehistoric animal models. A pair of Baryonyx figures will be available from Everything Dinosaur in a few weeks. The recently announced Kosmoceratops models will follow a few weeks later. Haolonggood dinosaur models are proving to be extremely popular with collectors and dinosaur fans.

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

Haolonggood Dinosaur Models

Everything Dinosaur already stocks a large selection of Haolonggood prehistoric animal figures.

To view the current range available: Haolonggood Dinosaur Models.

A spokesperson from the UK-based, mail order company commented:

“Haolonggood tend to make a pair of dinosaur figures. By doing this, collectors have a choice between two colour schemes. One of our personal favourites is the Haolonggood Ouranosaurus model. The company amended this figure after being contacted by collectors. Haolonggood corrected the model and improved the manus.”

Perched on the box, displaying their thumb spikes two Haolonggood Ouranosaurus models.
Perched on the box, displaying their thumb spikes two Haolonggood Ouranosaurus models. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

The Haolonggood Kosmoceratops Models

Haolonggood will produce two Kosmoceratops models. There will be a red one (see image below), and also a green Kosmoceratops. These models will be available from Everything Dinosaur in 2024.

Haolonggood Kosmoceratops figures. New for 2024 Haolonggood dinosaur models.
Haolonggood intend to introduce two 1:35 scale Kosmoceratops figures in 2024. A red figure and a dark green Kosmoceratops model.

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22 12, 2023

A Stylish Christmas Styracosaurus Model

By |2024-03-04T21:59:29+00:00December 22nd, 2023|Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products|0 Comments

Our thanks to Caldey who sent into Everything Dinosaur a festive photo of a Styracosaurus model. The figure, part of the Beasts of the Mesozoic range, is ready for the big day. Just three more sleeps until the 25th of December. Just three more blog posts to compose. The colourful, creative image certainly helps us to get ready for the festive fun.

A Styracosaurus model decorated for Christmas.
Our thanks to Caldey who sent into Everything Dinosaur a wonderful Christmas dinosaur decorated with tinsel and bows. It is a very stylish Styracosaurus model.

Picture credit: Caldey

Beasts of the Mesozoic Styracosaurus Model

The horned dinosaur in the photograph is the Beasts of the Mesozoic Styracosaurus model.

To view this range of articulated dinosaur figures: Beasts of the Mesozoic.

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur thanked Caldey for sending in her delightful seasonal photograph and stated:

“The Styracosaurus model certainly looks very festive. It is ready for the holidays. It was a clever idea to use a Styracosaurus, the spikes on the frill are ideal for hanging tinsel and bows.”

Our thanks once again to Caldey for her stylish Styracosaurus image.

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20 12, 2023

Measuring the New CollectA Deluxe Dearc Model

By |2023-12-20T10:07:01+00:00December 20th, 2023|Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products|0 Comments

Team members at Everything Dinosaur were asked to provide the measurements for the CollectA Deluxe Dearc pterosaur figure. The Dearc sgiathanach will be in stock at Everything Dinosaur in early 2024. We anticipate it arriving around March 2024.

The new for 2024 CollectA  Deluxe Dearc,
The CollectA Deluxe Dearc pterosaur model. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

CollectA Deluxe Dearc sgiathanach Model

Fans of the CollectA Deluxe and Supreme ranges have been eager to learn more about this new 1:3 scale flying reptile figure. We have been asked to confirm the model’s measurements.

The pterosaur measures approximately 39 cm from the tip of its tail vane to the end of the articulated jaw. Dearc’s head is around 11.5 cm off the ground. In addition, the tallest wing tip is 16.3 cm high. The model’s width is approximately 13.5 cm.

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

CollectA Deluxe Dearc.
The ruler next to the new CollectA Deluxe Dearc pterosaur figure helps to provide scale. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur praised the colouration of this new pterosaur figure. The spokesperson stated:

“Dearc has been given a similar colouration as the northern gannet. This is appropriate as Dearc probably filled a similar niche in the Jurassic ecosystem. In addition, gannets are very common on the Isle of Skye where the Dearc fossils were found.”

The spokesperson also confirmed that this exciting new pterosaur figure will be available in early 2024.

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18 12, 2023

Did Moros intrepidus Have Two Digits or Three?

By |2024-01-07T15:30:02+00:00December 18th, 2023|Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur Products, Everything Dinosaur videos, Main Page, Press Releases|0 Comments

The Schleich Moros intrepidus model is now in stock at Everything Dinosaur. Everything Dinosaur team members asked their customers about the number of digits on this dinosaur’s hand. When first described (2019), this dinosaur was depicted in the media release notes with two digits. However, metacarpals and phalanges of this dinosaur are unknown. Hand bones and finger bones have not been found. So, we asked the question – did Moros intrepidus have two digits or three on each hand?

Team members created a YouTube video short exploring this topic.

Everything Dinosaur asks a question about the number of digits on the manus of the Late Cretaceous theropod Moros intrepidus. Did it have two digits or three?

Video credit: Everything Dinosaur

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Our thanks to all those fans, followers and customers who have expressed an opinion.

Schleich Dinosaur Models

The first four new for 2024 Schleich dinosaur models are now in stock. These models may not be that scientifically accurate. However, they are popular with young dinosaur fans as they are ideal for robust, creative play.

New Schleich dinosaur models (2024).
Five new Schleich dinosaur models and one repainted Brachiosaurus figure. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

The four new Schleich figures in stock (December 2023) are:

  • Moros intrepidus.
  • Allosaurus.
  • Concavenator.
  • Bajadasaurus.

To view the range of Schleich prehistoric animal models: Schleich Prehistoric Animal Models and Figures.

The Schleich Moros dinosaur model has two digits on each hand. However, other members of the Tyrannosauroidea superfamily had three digits per hand. For example, dinosaurs such as Guanlong (G. wucaii) and Proceratosaurus (P. bradleyi) are thought to have had three digits on the hand.

With palaeontology, one single fossil bone can change perceptions about a prehistoric animal. If the phalanges of Moros are discovered then scientists will have a definitive answer to this question (probably).

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