Recently, Everything Dinosaur created a YouTube short about the new articulated Nanmu Studio figures.  These six theropod models have numerous points of articulation.  They have been skilfully crafted, and all six figures are popular with collectors.  As a result, we wanted to highlight these models in a brief video.  The video was posted on-line earlier this week.  It was posted onto our social media pages.  In addition, we wrote a short blog post that featured the video: New Nanmu Studio Articulated Dinosaur Figures in Stock.

Some of the new, articulated Nanmu Studio figures that feature in the Everything Dinosaur YouTube short. Beautiful, theropod models with multiple points of articulation. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Producing a Script for the Video Subtitles

Accurate subtitles are essential when it comes to making video content more accessible. Automatic AI generated subtitles are helpful and promote inclusivity. However, the complex dinosaur names and terms featured in our videos often lead to errors in the automatic subtitles. We at Everything Dinosaur recognise we make videos for a diverse audience. We want to be as inclusive as possible. By providing accurate and meaningful subtitles, we can help those viewers who are hard of hearing or deaf to fully engage with our content.

So, we manually created our own subtitles for this YouTube short.

Here it is:

Hi, Everything Dinosaur here.

There has been a trend recently in dinosaur model collecting for the production of articulated prehistoric animal figures.

Do you want to look at some of the latest?

Such as….

This one here.

Stick around we’ll tell you more.

There is a pause in the video at this point permitting a transition to more footage of the Nanmu Studio figures.

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Articulated Nanmu Studio Figures

The subtitles script went onto highlight individual models:

These are the Nanmu Studio articulated dinosaur figures.

The V-rex Dark Moon Queen has an incredible 28 points of articulation.

Here’s the first “raptor” Tiger Blade and next to it, the stunning Carnotaurus Ranger Red Two Horns figure.

Then, we have the second “raptor” Shadow Blade with the second Carnotaurus Broken Horn Demon.

All stunning Nanmu figures.

Beautiful Nanmu Studio articulated dinosaur figures available from Everything Dinosaur: Nanmu Studio Figures.

Producing precise and accurate subtitles helps. It is about eliminating barriers. Additionally, subtitles can assist our social media followers and customers who do not have English as a first language. They may find it easier to understand the narrative if it is provided in written form.

Mike from Everything Dinosaur stated:

“Precise and well-written subtitles can foster inclusivity. Furthermore, it is about respecting diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Subtitles help all viewers connect with our videos. For us, it is about promoting a sense of community and belonging. Ultimately, quality subtitles enrich the viewer’s experience and demonstrate our commitment to equality.”

Visit the Everything Dinosaur website: Prehistoric Animal Models and Figures.

The six, new Nanmu Studio articulated dinosaurs are now in stock at Everything Dinosaur. There are two “raptors” as well as Carnotaurus Ranger and V-rex.  The V-rex figure is the Studio’s version of the Hollywood creation Vastatosaurus.  This is a tyrannosaur that featured in the 2005 film remake of “King Kong”.  Vastatosaurus is thought to be a descendant of the Late Cretaceous tyrannosaurs like T. rex.  Thanks to these articulated figures, model collectors can make their own stop-motion Vastatosaurus movies!

Nanmu Studio Articulated Dinosaurs

On the subject of movies, Everything Dinosaur has made a YouTube short to celebrate the arrival of these figures.  Our sixty second video highlights the product packaging and shows the two Velociraptors and the two V-rex figures.  In addition, the Carnotaurus pair (Broken Horn Demon and Red Two Horns) are featured.  Sixty seconds to highlight six new, articulated dinosaur figures.  Between these models there are one hundred and fifty-four points of articulation!

Video credit: Everything Dinosaur

To view the range of Nanmu Studio figures in stock: Nanmu Studio Dinosaur Models.

Mike from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“These are fantastic, articulated dinosaur models.  We have been busy sorting out orders for customers.  However, we wanted to produce a short video highlighting these figures and the colourful artwork on the packaging.”

Ranger Carnotaurus, “Raptors” and a Pair of V-rex

Nanmu Studio have chosen to produce articulated theropod figures.  Each model has multiple articulation points.  For example, the “raptors” Tiger Blade and Shadow Blade have twenty-three points of articulation each.  In contrast, the Vastatosaurus figures have a whopping twenty-eight points of articulation.

The pair of articulated Vastatosaurus figures from Nanmu Studio. Dark Moon Queen (reddish colour) is in the foreground. The model entitled Scarface Black is in the background. Two beautiful, articulated Nanmu Studio figures.

The two Carnotaurus Ranger figures have twenty-one points of articulation.  One model is entitled “Red Two Horns”, the second darker figure is named “Broken Horn Demon”.  This figure has a battle-damaged horn on its head.

The two articulated Nanmu Studio Carnotaurus Ranger models (Broken Horn Demon and Red Two Horns).

Mike added:

“The Carnotaurus Ranger Broken Horn Demon has a broken left horn.  In contrast, the other figure has both horns intact.  These models are the same sculpt.  However, they have different paint schemes.  For example, the darker Carnotaurus has amazing green eyes.”

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CollectA are introducing seven new prehistoric animal models this year (2025).  Six of these figures are scale models.  The exception is the CollectA Age of Dinosaurs Furcatoceratops model.  At Everything Dinosaur, we enjoy highlighting new figures.  We have made a YouTube short highlighting these new CollectA prehistoric animal models.  In sixty seconds, we outline what is coming in and when it is likely to be in stock.

The seven, new for 2025 CollectA prehistoric animal models. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

To view the range of CollectA Deluxe models in stock: CollectA Deluxe Prehistoric Animal Models.

The not-to-scale range of CollectA prehistoric animal models: CollectA Age of Dinosaurs Prehistoric Life Range.

We have produced a YouTube short to celebrate these seven amazing CollectA prehistoric animal figures.  We congratulate CollectA for introducing such an eclectic group of figures. After all, these figures span a vast track of deep time.  There is the Jaekelopterus (J. rhenaniae) from the Devonian, as well as the Giant Short-faced bear (Arctodus simus) which lived during the Pleistocene.

Video credit: Everything Dinosaur

CollectA Prehistoric Animal Models for 2025

Here is the list of new CollectA figures:

• The Age of Dinosaurs Popular Furcatoceratops model.
• A CollectA Deluxe 1:20 scale Giant Short-faced bear.
• 1:40 scale Ingentia prima (sauropod).
• A wonderful 1:20 scale replica of the giant eurypterid Jaekelopterus (J. rhenaniae).
• The 1:40 scale Maip macrothorax (giant megaraptorid).
• A 1:20 scale “terror bird” – Phorusrhacos.
• 1:40 scale Gallimimus figure.

Mike from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“We had fun making the YouTube short.  The video is just under sixty seconds long.  That’s not long when it comes to discussing these new CollectA prehistoric animal models.  A picture speaks a thousand words.  So, hopefully, the visuals will help collectors and give them an opportunity for an early view of these new models.”

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Dinosaur model collectors and fans of Rebor figures have been contacting Everything Dinosaur.  We have been emailed with dinosaur fans seeking advice on assembling the tail.  The Rebor T. rex Cream models have been beautifully crafted.  However, inserting the tail into the body can be a bit tricky.  It can take considerable force.  If you are careless, you might damage those small T. rex arms.  Not to worry, we have put together a short, five-minute YouTube video that provides advice.  Furthermore, we demonstrate how to insert the tail.  In addition, we show how the arms can be positioned for display.

Video credit: Everything Dinosaur

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

Assembling the Rebor T. rex Cream Figures – A Video Guide

Our video lasts a little over five minutes.  It includes our top tips for assembling the Rebor Cream “Mountain” and “Skull Walker” models. Inserting the tail and posing the arms without any fuss.

Video Contents:

0:00 – Introduction.
0:43 – Subscribe!
0:54 – Unpacking your figure.
1:38 – Inserting the Tail.
3:01 – Apply some Heat!
3:39 – Moving the Arms.
4:18 – Where to Buy?
4:39 – “Skull Walker” or “Mountain” which figure do you prefer?

To visit the Everything Dinosaur YouTube channel: Dinosaur and Prehistoric Animal Model Videos.

Mike the narrator of the video commented:

“We hope this video helps.  As well as showing how to assemble the Rebor T. rex Cream models, we demonstrate that these figures can stand on a flat surface unaided.  However, we recommend that collectors use the transparent display stand that is supplied with these models.”

The Rebor T. rex Cream “Skull Walker” figure can stand on a flat surface without the transparent support stand. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

“Skull Walker” or “Mountain” Which Model do you Prefer?

Towards the end of our video, we pose a question.  Which is your favourite Cream figure?  Are you a fan of the “Skull Walker” model or do you like the “Mountain” variant?

Whichever figure you prefer, when it comes to Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex models there are plenty of exciting figures to choose from.

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The fantastic Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex Cream “Mountain” and “Skull Walkers” have arrived. Struggling to insert the tail piece? Our next video will demonstrate how to assemble your Rebor figure. It will be up soon! The next Everything Dinosaur YouTube video will provide advice on how to assemble these amazing Rebor replicas.

Everything Dinosaur’s next YouTube video will provide a guide to assembling the new Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “Cream” figures. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

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These beautiful 1:35 scale theropod figures require assembling. The tail must be inserted into the body. In addition, the moveable arms can be stiff and difficult to move, we demonstrate how to set up these models.

Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex Cream “Mountain” and “Skull Walker”

The figures measure an impressive forty-two centimetres in length. The head height is around fifteen centimetres.  Each model has an articulated lower jaw and moveable arms.  In addition, the figures have flexible tails. They are supplied with a clear, plastic support stand.

The video will demonstrate how to insert the tail, adjust the jaw if necessary and to ease the moveable arms into place. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

To view the range of Rebor figures in stock: Rebor Models and Figures.

Mike from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“It can be a struggle to insert the tail.  We demonstrate how to do this without too much effort. In addition, we show how to ease the forelimbs of this detailed figure into place.”

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This week, two new Wild Safari Prehistoric World models arrived at Everything Dinosaur. The Wild Safari Prehistoric World Therizinosaurus and Saltasaurus are in stock.  It is great to see these new figures arrive at our warehouse and to celebrate their arrival we got creative and produced a short video. In our YouTube short we briefly introduce the figures with Mike and Sue each highlighting a model.

Video credit: Everything Dinosaur

The short video was posted up on the company’s social media pages.  In addition, it was posted onto Everything Dinosaur’s YouTube channel.

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Wild Safari Prehistoric World Models

The Wild Safari Prehistoric World range of models is manufactured by Safari Ltd.  It is extremely popular.  However, in the past, this company had two, main ranges of prehistoric animal figures.  Alongside their own figures, models approved by the Carnegie Museum of Natural History were also made. First marketed in 1988, the Carnegie Collectibles range featured a number of iconic dinosaur figures. In addition, this range included many dinosaurs that had only recently been scientifically described. For example, a Concavenator model was introduced in 2013, just three years after the formal scientific description.

Carnegie Collectibles Concavenator dinosaur model.  This figure was introduced in 2013.  It was one of the last dinosaur models to be added to the Carnegie Collectibles series. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

After twenty-eight years of partnership and collaboration, it was decided to move on and to terminate the Carnegie Collectibles. As a result, the Wild Safari Prehistoric World range became the mainstay of the company’s prehistoric animal model production efforts. Since then, Safari Ltd have regularly introduced new dinosaur models.

To read a blog post from 2015 about the ending of the Carnegie Collectibles model range: End of the Line for Carnegie Collectibles.

Therizinosaurus and Saltasaurus

The Therizinosaurus and Saltasaurus figures discussed in the YouTube short are new sculpts.  However, Safari Ltd have produced a replica of Saltasaurus before.  There was a Saltasaurus model in the Carnegie Collectibles range, and in 2012 we reviewed it.

Everything Dinosaur’s review of the Carnegie Collectibles Saltasaurus model: The Carnegie Collectibles Saltasaurus Model is Reviewed.

We look forward to hearing what dinosaur model fans think of the new Therizinosaurus and Saltasaurus figures.  Furthermore, we would welcome any comments about the new Saltasaurus and how it compares to the Carnegie Collectibles Saltasaurus.

“Reptile from Salta Province”.  The Carnegie Collectibles Saltasaurus dinosaur model.

Picture credit: Safari Ltd

To view the range of Wild Safari Prehistoric World figures in stock at Everything Dinosaur: Safari Ltd. Wild Safari Prehistoric World Figures.

Mike from Everything Dinosaur explained that the Saltasaurus and Therizinosaurus models will join the Estemmenosuchus and Kentrosaurus models that arrived earlier this year.

In addition, he added:

“Safari Ltd are already working on several new figures.  We will do what we can to bring new for 2025 models into stock quickly.”

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Everything Dinosaur team members have posted up onto the company’s YouTube channel a video review of the new CollectA Deluxe Giant Short-faced bear model.  The video is a little over nine minutes in length.  It permits viewers to see some of the exclusive images of this new prehistoric mammal model supplied by the manufacturer.  The narrator uses these images to point out some of the features that could not be seen in the official media image.  For example, the figure has a torn right ear and there is a pad on the wrist to indicate the sesamoid bone.

Video credit: Everything Dinosaur

The CollectA Deluxe Giant Short-faced Bear Model

The figure is a 1:20 scale replica of Arctodus simus.  It stands 17.3 cm tall. As the largest male bears could rear up to a height of 3.4 metres, the 1:20 scale statement is quite accurate.  This new for 2025 prehistoric bear figure measures 9.5 cm in length from the tips of the digits on the outstretched paw to the end of its stubby tail.

It is likely to be in stock at Everything Dinosaur around the end of quarter one or the beginning of quarter two in 2025.

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

Mike who narrates the video explained that they try to post up a video review within a week of a new CollectA figure being announced.

Video Contents
0:00 – A Giant Short-faced Bear.
0:32 – Our Exclusive Images!
0:53 – Looking at the Head.
2:07 – Is That a Torn Ear?
2:42 – The Tail and Limb Proportions.
2:59 – The Colour of the Bear!
3:40 – It Stands on Two Legs!
3:56 – Why Chest and Face Markings?
5:52 – Spot the Sesamoid!
7:12 – Congratulations CollectA.
8:00 – In Stock When?
8:33 – Where to Buy?

The new for 2025 CollectA Deluxe giant short-faced bear (Arctodus simus). The figure has a stated scale of 1:20.

Remarks on the Model’s Colouration

In the video review the narrator comments on the model’s colouration.  It would have been difficult for CollectA to make a brown Arctodus simus model.  Furthermore, giving the figure a black coat would have been tricky.  CollectA already have models of brown bears and black bears in their wildlife series.  The burnished grey colouration helps to differentiate the CollectA Deluxe Giant Short-faced bear model from other figures in the CollectA range.  In addition, the white bib on the chest and the face markings are commented upon in the video.  Perhaps these markings played a role in visual display.  Moreover, these markings could have intimidated predators when the bear reared up onto its hind legs.

We are looking forward to learning more about CollectA new releases.

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Everything Dinosaur will post on the company’s YouTube channel a brief video reviewing the recently announced CollectA Deluxe Arctodus simus model. Last week, Everything Dinosaur in collaboration with their chums at CollectA announced that there would be a 1:20 scale model of a Giant Short-faced bear introduced into the CollectA Deluxe model range in 2025.  Team members have been sent some exclusive images of this new model.  As a result, they have been busy preparing a video about this exciting new prehistoric mammal figure.

The video will be available to view on Everything Dinosaur’s YouTube channel at 9:30pm (GMT).

Everything Dinosaur will post up shortly on the company’s YouTube channel a video previewing the new for 2025 CollectA Giant Short-faced bear model. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

The CollectA Arctodus simus Model

The design team at CollectA have listened to the requests from model collectors.  In response to these pleadings, a replica of Arctodus simus in 1:20 scale will be introduced.  It is likely to be available in the spring of 2025.

To read Everything Dinosaur’s recent blog post about this new figure: New CollectA Models for 2025 – Part 2.

Mike from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“These exclusive images have given us the opportunity to take a close look at this prehistoric bear model.  They show the model from various angles.  Furthermore, we have been working on a short video which highlights some of the features on the Giant Short-faced bear.  We expect the video to be around nine minutes in length.”

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A Diverse Range of Prehistoric Animal Models

CollectA have introduced numerous prehistoric mammal models.  For example, a wonderful 1:20 scale model of Diprotodon was introduced.  It too, is part of the CollectA Deluxe range.

Five new prehistoric animal models in stock at Everything Dinosaur (August 2024). The new 1:6 scale Deluxe Velociraptor (left), the 1:20 scale Deluxe Diprotodon (back), Placerias 1:20 scale (centre) and the CollectA Age of Dinosaurs Nanuqsaurus is at the front. The new Polacanthus foxii figure in 1:20 scale is on the right. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

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

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Thank you CollectA for sending to Everything Dinosaur some more images of the recently announced CollectA Furcatoceratops model.  These photographs display this new dinosaur figure for 2025 from various angles.  Their high resolution permits model collectors to get a good look at the fine details.  Our thanks to CollectA for sending us these images.  As a result, we have created a short YouTube video.  Our video looks at the skin texture and discusses the painting of the head and horns.  In addition, we examine how the model’s jugal horn and epoccipitals (pronounced eh-pox-ci-pi-tals) reflect the holotype.

Video credit: Everything Dinosaur

Everything Dinosaur on YouTube

The Everything Dinosaur YouTube channel is packed with news and updates about prehistoric animal models. There are helpful hints and tips for model collectors too.  Moreover, we can post up YouTube shorts and other videos highlighting our work as well as dinosaur model reviews.

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Commenting upon the new CollectA Furcatoceratops figure, Mike from Everything Dinosaur stated:

“This new horned dinosaur model will be available sometime in 2025.  We hope to have it in stock by the spring.  It is a figure in the Age of Dinosaurs Popular range.”

To view the CollectA Age of Dinosaurs Popular range of prehistoric animal models in stock at Everything Dinosaur: Age of Dinosaurs – Popular.

The Age of Dinosaurs CollectA Furcatoceratops

The CollectA Age of Dinosaurs Popular Furcatoceratops is one of two new CollectA figures to be announced.  The second figure is the remarkable Jaekelopterus model.

To read a blog post about these two new prehistoric animal models: New Prehistoric Animal Models from CollectA for 2025 (Part 1).

Furcatoceratops has been classified as a member of the Centrosaurinae subfamily of ceratopsids.  It is closely related to Avaceratops and Nasutoceratops.  Furcatoceratops was formally named and described in 2023 (Ishikawa et al).

An image showing the new for 2025 Furcatoceratops dinosaur model from CollectA.

To read about the discovery of Furcatoceratops (F. elucidans): Furcatoceratops – A New Centrosaurine.

Mike from Everything Dinosaur added that the company’s YouTube video would highlight features that the image on the media release did not show.

He explained:

“The Furcatoceratops video lasts around five minutes.  We look at the fine details on the skin of the model, including tubercles. In addition, we comment on the paint scheme chosen for the horns and highlight the details that can be found on the neck frill.”

Mike confirmed that he hoped to have the model in stock in the spring of 2025. Furthermore, he thanked CollectA once again for sending the Furcatoceratops photographs.

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At Everything Dinosaur, we take great pride in our customer service. We take care when it comes to packing up prehistoric animal models and dinosaur toys for customers. However, packing orders can sometimes lead to unexpected hilarity. For example, we thought it would be a good idea to produce a YouTube short, highlighting our packing prowess.

Sue showcased her impressive packing skills. She expertly packed a Beasts of the Mesozoic figure. Watching her work was poetry in motion. Within a few seconds the box had been assembled, protective packing materials added, and the prehistoric animal figure safely and securely packed inside.

As for me, things did not go as well. Watch our YouTube short to see what happens 🙂

Video credit: Everything Dinosaur

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Packing Dinosaur Toys

Sue is certainly an expert at packing and despatching parcels. Meanwhile, Mike found himself on the other side of the packing table, struggling to locate the parcel tape. While Sue swiftly packaged our beloved dinosaur toys, he fumbled around like a T. rex trying to tie its shoelaces.

Our viewers loved the contrast between Sue’s packing prowess and Mike’s struggles. It’s a reminder that while we take our prehistoric animal models and dinosaur toys seriously, we don’t always take ourselves seriously.

Mike of Everything Dinosaur with three Lufengosaurus dinosaur models. It might be better for him to bring the models to the packing room for Sue to pack. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

If you want a good chuckle and to see how we ensure your dinosaur toys arrive safely, check out our YouTube short! Who knew packing could be this much fun?

In the meantime, for some serious prehistoric animal figures and dinosaur toys, take a look at the Everything Dinosaur website: Dinosaur Toys and Prehistoric Animal Models.