Everything Dinosaur has produced a short video highlighting a recently introduced CollectA Deluxe dinosaur model. We have created an exclusive CollectA Deluxe Magnapaulia model video. This impressive hadrosaur figure is in stock and available from Everything Dinosaur.

The video provides a close-up view of this remarkable 1:60 scale lambeosaurine. It also highlights some of the details incorporated into the model.

The CollectA Magnapaulia model, a replica of one of the giant lambeosaurine dinosaur from north-western Mexico.

To view the range of CollectA Deluxe scale models of prehistoric animals in stock: CollectA Deluxe Prehistoric Life Figures.

The CollectA Deluxe Magnapaulia Model Video

The CollectA Deluxe Magnapaulia measures approximately 20.5 cm in length. It represents the species Magnapaulia laticaudus, one of the largest duck-billed dinosaurs known to science. This huge lambeosaurine lived during the Late Cretaceous. Its fossils come from the El Gallo Formation of Baja California in north-western Mexico.

The model has a spectacular red head crest and a brightly coloured throat wattle. Moreover, whilst speculative these features hint at the importance of visual signalling in these dinosaurs. In addition, CollectA has carefully recreated the unusual skin texture of this enormous herbivore.

The CollectA Deluxe 1:60 scale Magnapaulia figure.

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Fossilised skin impressions associated with Magnapaulia reveal different scale sizes. Larger, rounded scales occurred alongside much smaller scales. CollectA has incorporated these features into its reconstruction.

A Giant Lambeosaurine Hadrosaur

Scientists originally assigned the fossil material to Lambeosaurus. Subsequently, researchers proposed other classifications. However, a detailed reassessment led to the establishment of the genus Magnapaulia in 2012. Everything Dinosaur supplies a free Magnapaulia fact sheet with the CollectA Deluxe Magnapaulia figure.

Furthermore, the dinosaur had extremely tall neural spines along much of its back and tail. These features would have given the animal a deep-bodied appearance. Intriguingly, Magnapaulia possessed an exceptionally broad and powerful tail.  When first studied, it was suggested that this dinosaur was semi-aquatic. Our short video highlights this point.

Size estimates vary. Nevertheless, Magnapaulia laticaudus was undoubtedly a giant hadrosaur. Some estimates suggest that particularly large individuals could have exceeded twelve metres in length. Once again, our short video comments on the size and the weight of this herbivorous dinosaur.

Watch the Magnapaulia Model Video

Want to see the model in more detail? Everything Dinosaur recommends our short video showcasing this remarkable CollectA figure.

Watch the CollectA Deluxe Magnapaulia video on the Everything Dinosaur YouTube channel: Everything Dinosaur on YouTube.

The short video provides collectors with views of the model from several angles. Therefore, viewers can examine the colour scheme, body proportions and detailing before adding the figure to their collection.

Mike from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“The CollectA Deluxe Magnapaulia is in stock at Everything Dinosaur. Furthermore, customers receive a free Everything Dinosaur Magnapaulia laticaudus fact sheet with purchases of this model”.

The multi-award-winning Everything Dinosaur shop: Models of Prehistoric Animals.

The Everything Dinosaur Evolution interview with Extinct Fine Art explores the story behind our exciting model range. Everything Dinosaur’s Mike joined interviewer Karim Zanaty for an in-depth conversation. The discussion examines the origins of Everything Dinosaur and the development of the company’s Everything Dinosaur Evolution T. rex. In addition, Mike explains how science, art and manufacturing combine to create highly detailed prehistoric animal figures.

The Everything Dinosaur Evolution Interview

More than twenty years ago, Mike and Sue founded Everything Dinosaur. Their aim was to supply accurate prehistoric animal models while helping to educate and inspire. Since then, Everything Dinosaur has grown and evolved. However, a passion for palaeontology and scientifically accurate prehistoric animal models remains at the heart of the company.

Everything Dinosaur Evolution represents an important new chapter in this story. Karim Zanaty of Extinct Fine Art invited Mike to discuss the project and its development. The hour-long conversation provides a fascinating insight into the work behind the models.

Watch the Everything Dinosaur Evolution interview on YouTube:

Video credit: Karim Zanaty (Extinct Fine Art)

Creating the Everything Dinosaur Evolution Tyrannosaurus rex

The first Everything Dinosaur Evolution figure depicts Tyrannosaurus rex in 1:33 scale. However, creating the model involved much more than producing a sculpture of this famous theropod. For example, the project took three years to complete. Furthermore, Everything Dinosaur brought together a palaeontologist, a palaeo-reconstruction artist and other specialists. Each team member contributed their knowledge and expertise.

Fossil evidence played a fundamental role in the design process. Consequently, the team could make informed decisions about the appearance and proportions of the animal. We try to follow the fossil evidence when making dinosaur models.

The image shows some of the 3D iterations of the 1:33 scale Everything Dinosaur Evolution T. rex figure. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

To view the Everything Dinosaur Evolution 1:33 scale T. rex figure: Everything Dinosaur Evolution Figures.

The project demonstrates how palaeontology can influence the creation of a prehistoric animal figure.

Palaeontology, Palaeoart and Teamwork

During the interview, Mike discusses the creative process behind Everything Dinosaur Evolution. Producing a scientifically informed reconstruction requires collaboration. Therefore, specialists from several disciplines contributed to the project. The team examined the available fossil evidence. Renowned palaeo-reconstruction artist Bob Nicholls and award-winning digital designer Glen Southern helped translate this information into a three-dimensional reconstruction.

However, scientific accuracy under the supervision of Dr Dean Lomax was not the only consideration. The finished figure also had to work as a high-quality collectable. This combination of science, artistry and manufacturing expertise helped shape the final model.

Mike and the 1:33 scale Everything Dinosaur Evolution T. rex being interviewed. Picture credit: Karim Zanaty (Extinct Fine Art).

Picture credit: Karim Zanaty (Extinct Fine Art)

Inspiring and Educating

Everything Dinosaur has always tried to combine enthusiasm for prehistoric life with education.  In addition, Mike and Sue try to encourage artists. The Everything Dinosaur Blog plays an important role in this work. It provides information about new fossil discoveries, palaeontological research and prehistoric animals.  Blog posts also highlight palaeoart and other creative efforts from dinosaur fans.

Similarly, accurate models can help communicate scientific ideas.

A carefully researched figure can encourage someone to investigate the animal it represents. Furthermore, models can stimulate conversations about anatomy, evolution and the fossil record. The Everything Dinosaur Evolution Tyrannosaurus rex builds upon these principles.

What Comes Next for Everything Dinosaur Evolution?

The interview also looks towards the future.

Mike and Karim discuss the inspiration behind the project and where Everything Dinosaur is heading. Moreover, the conversation explores the ambition behind the Evolution range. Creating the first figure represented a significant milestone. Nevertheless, it was only the beginning.

Praising the artwork displayed in the Extinct Fine Art gallery, Mike stated:

“Some amazing artwork was highlighted by Karim prior to my interview.  Sue and I are proud to be part of such a creative community. Everything Dinosaur Evolution continues to develop as new prehistoric animal figures are researched and created. Our project brings together science, creativity and a passion for palaeontology. Above all, it reflects Everything Dinosaur’s commitment to producing remarkable prehistoric animal models for collectors.”

Watch the full Everything Dinosaur Evolution interview with Karim Zanaty of Extinct Fine Art on YouTube: Palaeontology and Palaeoart Connected – Video Interview.

The award-winning Everything Dinosaur website: Museum Quality Prehistoric Animal Figures.

This year, to celebrate the launch of our first dinosaur model, a Tyrannosaurus rex, we commissioned a special video.  The video tells the story; it documents the remarkable tale that led to the launch of Everything Dinosaur Evolution.  It introduces the people behind EDE001, the T. rex figure and explains how this 1:33 scale dinosaur model was made.

Video credit: Everything Dinosaur

To view the Everything Dinosaur Evolution figures: Everything Dinosaur Evolution.

The T. rex figure has been heralded as one of the most scientifically accurate dinosaur models made to date. It is one of four figures that make up the Hell Creek Formation series.  The plan is to develop a community of prehistoric animal figures for the model collecting community.

Team members involved in the Everything Dinosaur Evolution range of prehistoric animal models have each got more than twenty years experience in their chosen profession. A top team to make a top range of prehistoric animal figures. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

The Everything Dinosaur website: Prehistoric Animal Models and Dinosaur Figures.

In early November, Sue and I welcomed Ben Thomas and Doug James to our offices and warehouse.  Ben has a Master’s degree in Palaeontology from the University of Portsmouth (England). He and his friend Doug create popular science videos for their YouTube channel which has nearly three-quarters of a million subscribers.  They wanted to visit Everything Dinosaur and to learn more about the Everything Dinosaur Evolution Tyrannosaurus rex model. Is this model, designed by award-winning palaeontologist Dr Dean Lomax, in collaboration with renowned palaeo-reconstruction artist Bob Nicholls the most accurate T. rex reconstruction to date?

The Most Accurate T. rex Reconstruction to Date – Video Review

We were joined by digital sculptor Glen Southern who provided Ben and Doug with a guide to how our figure was created.  The duo interviewed myself, Sue and Glen.  In addition, they shot plenty of footage of the model and of the Everything Dinosaur warehouse.  They even flew a small drone around to get some intriguing aerial shots.

Ben and Doug have created a most informative video.  It provides insights into the design and highlights the digital sculpting process. Furthermore, I got to discuss the complex painting scheme. Bob Nicholls devised an extremely complicated colour scheme for our model.  It is perhaps, the most complicated painting scheme devised for a replica of a dinosaur.  Bob wanted to give our theropod countershading, an ability to blend into its background (crypsis camouflage) and in addition, to hint as motion dazzle and other aspects of behaviour.

Video credit: Ben G Thomas

It is a fantastic video.  Rarely has such a Tyrannosaurus rex figure been given so much attention. With all the work that has gone into our range, there is plenty to talk about.  Ben and Doug create popular science videos.  They wanted to learn more about our first dinosaur model.   Their YouTube channel is extremely popular!  They aim to educate and inform.

To visit the YouTube channel of Ben Thomas and Doug James: Making Videos About Life and Science.

Sue from Everything Dinosaur discussed with Ben our eco-friendly packaging.  Our T. rex is the first dinosaur model in the world to have a digital product passport. Single use plastics have been removed, all the packaging materials are recyclable.  The beautiful box is green and so is our dinosaur!

Sue Judd from Everything Dinosaur in discussion with influencer Ben Thomas highlighting the fully compostable product tray into which the T. rex figure is packed. All the Everything Dinosaur Evolution packaging is fully recyclable. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Examining the Digital Design Process from Artwork to a Finished Figure

Acclaimed digital designer Glen Southern of SouthernGFX explained how he created the three-dimensional figure by referencing theropod anatomy.  He provided an outline of the complexities of sculpting such an iconic animal.  His role in the team is to sculpt and produce the final digital output that then forms the basis for the production model. Glen worked closely with Bob Nicholls. Bob created “turnarounds” views of the figure from numerous angles. From the blocking out phase Glen explained how he gradually developed the model and created the figure based on the fossil record.

The project to create this Tyrannosaurus rex has already received an award “Excellence in Collaboration” with the Chamber of Commerce. It is already an award-winning dinosaur model

Sue from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“It was fun working with Doug and Ben making video.  I enjoyed talking about the sustainability of our product and how we selected materials to reduce waste and remove single use plastic.  It was great to see their reaction when they unboxed our Tyrannosaurus rex.”

To view the Everything Dinosaur Evolution T. rex figures (Collector’s and Founder’s edition): Everything Dinosaur Evolution.

The journey towards the new for 2025 Everything Dinosaur Evolution T. rex model has been long.  This model range has been years in development.  Today, we take a look at an extremely important model.  The first ever proof of concept figure we produced.  This is a 3D printed figure made in collaboration with the engineering department at Liverpool John Moores University.  The Everything Dinosaur proof of concept T. rex represents a milestone for us.

This model demonstrated that we had the ability to take a two-dimensional design and to create a data file enabling us to make scientifically accurate scale models.

A small but extremely accurate figure was the start of our journey.  It demonstrated that we had proof of concept.

Recently, Mike from Everything Dinosaur made a YouTube short highlighting this remarkable figure.

Video credit: Everything Dinosaur

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The First Everything Dinosaur Proof of Concept Model

The proof of concept model was printed to demonstrate that the development processes that we had in place would work.  It provided tangible evidence that we were capable of making dinosaur models.

From this proof of concept, we were able to design and develop EDE001 the first dinosaur model in the Everything Dinosaur Evolution model range.

Introducing Everything Dinosaur Evolution. A stunning range of prehistoric animal models developed by following the fossil evidence. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

To learn more about Everything Dinosaur Evolution: Everything Dinosaur Evolution.

Mike from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“Once we had successfully demonstrated proof of concept, we had the confidence to continue our development plans. Our thanks to the wonderful engineering team at Liverpool John Moores University.  Without their technical input we would never have been able to introduce our own range of prehistoric animal models.”

The award-winning Everything Dinosaur website: Prehistoric Animal Models.

The Everything Dinosaur Evolution video has been launched. A special 16:9 ratio format is premiered on the Everything Dinosaur blog site.  A teaser trailer for this new range of prehistoric animal models has been posted up onto our social media platforms.  However, for our blog we wanted to provide readers with a special 16:9 ratio format version.

In this short video (55 seconds duration), we provide a brief insight into Everything Dinosaur Evolution.

Video credit: Everything Dinosaur

The Everything Dinosaur Evolution Video

Everything Dinosaur Evolution is a new range of fantastic prehistoric animal models and figures. We are following the fossil evidence to produce incredibly detailed, highly collectable scale models. This project is a collaboration between acclaimed palaeontologist Dr Dean Lomax, award-winning digital sculptor Glen Southern and renowned palaeo-reconstruction artist Bob Nicholls. Let’s change the world one dinosaur model at a time!

For more details and to join the evolution: Learn More About Everything Dinosaur Evolution.

Sue from Everything Dinosaur commented that this project was the realisation of a dream for all the team members.  The first figure to be introduced to the range would be a 1:33 scale model of Tyrannosaurus rex.

Sue added:

“We want to stay true to the science.  Each series of four figures in this new range will represent a specific geological formation.  Hell Creek is the first visited.  The first four figures made will represent dinosaurs from this famous formation.  Moreover, it is our aim to produce a community of dinosaur models for the model collecting community.”

Introducing Everything Dinosaur Evolution. A stunning range of prehistoric animal models developed by following the fossil evidence. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

The Everything Dinosaur Evolution video is just one of the ways collectors can engage with this new range of figures.  For example, Everything Dinosaur want to hear from dinosaur fans what geological formation they should explore next.

Visit the Everything Dinosaur website: Dinosaur Models and Toys.

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.”

Visit the award-winning Everything Dinosaur website: Dinosaur Models and Toys.