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16 06, 2020

New Mojo Tyrannosaurus rex Deluxe “Turntable Tuesday”

By Mike|2024-02-22T07:13:39+00:00June 16th, 2020|Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur Products, Everything Dinosaur videos, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products, Product Reviews|0 Comments

Mojo Tyrannosaurus rex Deluxe “Turntable Tuesday”

It is “Turntable Tuesday” on Everything Dinosaur’s YouTube channel once again and this time, it is the turn of the new for 2020 Mojo Fun Tyrannosaurus rex deluxe to go for a spin on our studio turntable. The Mojo “Prehistoric and Extinct” range of figures is a little T. rex top heavy at the moment, Everything Dinosaur has seven Mojo tyrannosaur figures in stock at the moment, if the baby T. rex figure is included.

However, a number of the older models have been de-listed and are likely to be out of production very soon. All the more reason to focus on some of the sixteen new for 2020 dinosaurs introduced into this line, hence our decision to highlight the Mojo Tyrannosaurus rex deluxe dinosaur model.

Taking a Spin for “Turntable Tuesday” – The Mojo Fun Tyrannosaurus rex Deluxe

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Deluxe Mojo Fun Tyrannosaurus rex

This carefully crafted dinosaur figure shows plenty of detail, the bright yellow eye can be easily seen in the close up shots of the model when the articulated lower jaw is demonstrated. The jaw opens quite well and the tongue has been skilfully painted.

A Close View of the Head and the Articulated Jaw of the T. rex Dinosaur Figure

The Mojo Fun Tyrannosaurus rex deluxe figure has an articulated jaw. — *A close view of the head and articulated jaw of the Mojo T. rex dinosaur model. Can you spot the yellow eye? Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

The head sculpt has been designed to emphasis the stereoscopic vision of this apex predator. The orbit in the skull of mature T. rex specimens suggest that the actual eye of this carnivorous dinosaur was about the size of a tennis ball. Many palaeontologists believe, that just like its close relatives the birds, Tyrannosaurus rex had excellent colour vision.

A View of the Front of the Dinosaur Model (Anterior) Showing the Stereoscopic Vision

The Mojo Fun T. rex Deluxe dinosaur model approaches. — *The Mojo Tyrannosaurus rex deluxe figure demonstrates stereoscopic vision. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

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Everything Dinosaur’s Video Review

In our short “Turntable Tuesday” review, (the video lasts 1:45), we compare this new figure to the Papo brown running T. rex figure, that was originally introduced in 2013. Although the figures are similar and both dinosaurs have articulated lower jaws, the Mojo model is slightly smaller and has a leaner look to it. The Mojo Tyrannosaurus rex deluxe has a darker colour scheme providing emphasis on the countershading.

A Comparison Between Two Excellent Dinosaur Figures

Comparing T. rex dinosaur models. — *A comparison between the Mojo T. rex deluxe and the Papo running T. rex dinosaur model. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

The Everything Dinosaur YouTube channel has over 170 dinosaur and prehistoric animal related videos and reviews: Subscribe to Everything Dinosaur on YouTube.

To view the Mojo Fun Tyrannosaurus rex deluxe model and the rest of the Mojo “Prehistoric and Extinct” model range: .Mojo Prehistoric Animal Models.

14 06, 2020

A Video Review of “Dinosaurs – how they lived and evolved”

By Mike|2024-02-22T06:20:40+00:00June 14th, 2020|Adobe CS5, Book Reviews, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur videos, Main Page, Press Releases|0 Comments

“Dinosaurs – how they lived and evolved” Video Review

Everything Dinosaur Facebook fans and followers will know that recently we ran a special competition to win one of three signed copies of the new dinosaur book by Darren Naish and Professor Paul Barrett. The contest may have drawn to a close but for those of you not lucky enough to win one of the “Dinosaurs – how they lived and evolved”, we have produced a short video, providing a brief overview of this excellent publication.

“Dinosaurs – How They Lived and Evolved”

A Whizz Through “Dinosaurs – how they lived and evolved”

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Completely Revised and Updated

In our short video review, we highlight “Dinosaurs – how they lived and evolved”, a book originally published in 2016, but this edition has been updated and revised. Conveniently split into six comprehensive chapters, starting with an introduction to the Dinosauria and concluding with the End-Cretaceous mass extinction event that saw the demise of the non-avian dinosaurs. The final chapter also looks at those theropods that survived the extinction event – the birds. This well-written book briefly highlights the diversity of the birds but also leaves the reader in no doubt that the Aves suffered extinctions at the end of the Mesozoic.

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Beautifully Illustrated Dinosaur Book

Wonderful illustrations in the dinosaur book. — *As well insightful writing, the book features the work of famous artists such as John Sibbick, Davide Bonadonna, Bob Nicholls and Mark Witton.* *Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur (from “Dinosaurs – How They Lived and Evolved”)

Fantastic Dinosaur Illustrations and Artwork

Aimed at the general reader with an interest in the Earth sciences and especially palaeontology, this new publication is eminently suitable for teenagers and above. It is crammed full of fascinating information and provides a comprehensive overview of dinosaurs, with many detailed illustrations and cladograms provided by Darren Naish (University of Southampton). Look out for amazing artwork produced by such luminaries as Bob Nicholls, Davide Bonadonna, Mark Witton, John Sibbick and Dr Julius Csotonyi (pronounced Chit-en-Knee). It was Bob Nicholls who created the fascinating illustration of a ginkgo-chewing heterodontosaurid (Tianyulong confuciusi) that features on the front cover.

Tianyulong confuciusi Features on the Front Cover

The front cover of the dinosaur book. — *Artwork by the very talented Bob Nicholls features on the front cover of “Dinosaurs – How They Lived and Evolved”.* *Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

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An illustration of Sinosauropteryx prima

The PNSO Age of Dinosaurs range of figures includes a Sinosauropteryx.

To view this range: PNSO Age of Dinosaurs.

Everything Dinosaur Facebook Competition

Everything Dinosaur Facebook fans and followers will probably remember that we recently ran a special competition to win one of three signed copies of this brilliant dinosaur book. Co-author Darren Naish had produced a personalised drawing on the inside front cover of each of the prizes that Everything Dinosaur gave away in their free to enter contest.

A Personalised and Signed Dinosaur Illustration on the Inside Front Cover

A sketch of Caudipteryx. — *A sketch of the primitive oviraptorosaur Caudipteryx by Darren Naish. Lucky Everything Dinosaur competition winners received a personalised and signed copy of this dinosaur book.* *Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

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9 06, 2020

New Mojo Fun Baryonyx “Turntable Tuesday”

By Mike|2024-02-21T10:29:13+00:00June 9th, 2020|Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur Products, Everything Dinosaur videos, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products, Product Reviews|0 Comments

Mojo Fun Baryonyx “Turntable Tuesday”

For this week’s Everything Dinosaur YouTube feature “Turntable Tuesday” we take the new for 2020 Mojo Fun Baryonyx dinosaur model for a spin. The figure we selected to take a turn on our turntable is the Baryonyx figure with the articulated jaw.

The Mojo Fun Baryonyx Dinosaur Model (Articulated Jaw) Goes for Spin for “Turntable Tuesday”

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Mojo Fun Baryonyx Dinosaur Model

The Baryonyx dinosaur model is one of sixteen new dinosaurs introduced by Mojo this year (2020), within their prestigious “Prehistoric and Extinct” model range. In the Everything Dinosaur video, the model is put through its paces and viewers are given the opportunity to get a 360 degree impression of Baryonyx walkeri. The video review lasts for just over a minute and a half, it is the thirteenth video made in the Everything Dinosaur “Turntable Tuesday” feature,

The Beautiful Colouration on the New for 2020 Mojo Fun Baryonyx Dinosaur Model

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This hand-painted replica measures around 25 centimetres in length and it is one of five new Mojo theropod figures to have an articulated lower jaw. The other new figures with articulated jaws are the Tyrannosaurus rex deluxe, the new Allosaurus, the feathered troodontid and the Spinosaurus deluxe. Dinosaur fans will know that Baryonyx was distantly related to Spinosaurus, although it lived many millions of years before Spinosaurus evolved.

Mojo Baryonyx with an Articulated Jaw

The Mojo Fun Baryonyx model. — *Taking its turn on the Everything Dinosaur turntable. The new for 2020 Mojo Fun Baryonyx with an articulated jaw.* *Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Two Baryonyx Models

There are two Baryonyx dinosaur models in the Mojo Fun model range. These models replace the “blue” Baryonyx figure that was introduced by the company in 2018.

The Mojo Fun Baryonyx Deluxe Model

Mojo Baryonyx deluxe dinosaur model. — *The new for 2020 Mojo Fun Baryonyx deluxe dinosaur model.*

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A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“Our weekly Turntable Tuesday feature on the Everything Dinosaur YouTube channel is our way of showcasing new models to fans and collectors of prehistoric animal models. So many new Mojo models have been introduced this year, that if we were to produce a video for each one we would still be showing a Mojo Fun video in early November. Much as we would like to cover them all, we have so many other prehistoric animal models to highlight. Still, our studio permits us to take photographs as well so, if we don’t make a video we can take plenty of photographs and share these on-line via our various social media platforms such as Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook.”

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8 06, 2020

Wild Past Protoceratops Video Review

By Mike|2024-02-21T10:14:20+00:00June 8th, 2020|Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur videos, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products, Press Releases, Product Reviews|0 Comments

Wild Past Protoceratops Dinosaur Model (Video Review)

Our eagerly anticipated video review of the recently introduced Wild Past Protoceratops dinosaur model is now up on Everything Dinosaur’s YouTube channel. In this short video (it lasts six minutes and fifty seconds), we combine a little bit of the science behind the study of this basal neoceratopsian with a review of the actual replica. The model represents Protoceratops andrewsi, which was named and described back in 1923 (Granger and Gregory).

Everything Dinosaur’s YouTube Video Review of the Wild Past Protoceratops andrewsi Model

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The Wild Past Protoceratops Dinosaur Model

The Wild Past Protoceratops (P. andrewsi) model was introduced earlier this year (2020). It is the first figure in an exciting range of replicas to be introduced by Wild Past. In our short video review, we comment on the dinosaur model, provide size and scale information and we discuss pricing. The production run for the Protoceratops is actually very small, not that much bigger than the number of fossil specimens of Protoceratops collected by the American Museum of Natural History expeditions between 1922 and 1925! We discuss the production run and its effect on product pricing and provide a link in the video notes to where collectors can purchase this model.

To view the Wild Past range of dinosaur models including the Protoceratops andrewsi replica: Wild Past Prehistoric Animal Models.

Information about the Price of the Wild Past Protoceratops Dinosaur Model

Wild Past Protoceratops dinosaur model pricing (June 2020). — *In the video review, Everything Dinosaur discusses the limited production run and how it has impacted on product pricing. Pricing correct as of June 2020.* *Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

A 1/35th Scale Figure

The video review discusses the two species that are assigned to the Protoceratops genus (P. andrewsi and P. hellenikorhinus). We explain how a second species was erected and look briefly at the differences between these two species. In addition, we comment about the 2011 fossil discovery of a nest of Protoceratops andrewsi, complete with the fossilised remains of babies. Although the American Museum of Natural History field team found dinosaur eggs in association with Protoceratops fossil material in their expeditions of the 1920’s, these eggs were not ceratopsid eggs.

Palaeontologists now know that the eggs the American Museum of Natural History field team found were actually laid by an oviraptorosaur, a clade of very bird-like dinosaurs which will be forever referred to as “egg thief lizards”.

The Wild Past Protoceratops Model is Supplied with a Nest Reflecting Recent Fossil Discoveries

Wild Past Protoceratops dinosaur model. — *The Wild Past Protoceratops dinosaur model with nest.* *Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

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Comparing Triceratops and Protoceratops

Two ceratopsids together. — The Wild Safari Prehistoric World Triceratops model is used to show the size of the Wild Past Protoceratops. In the Everything Dinosaur YouTube video review, the use of the Wild Safari Prehistoric World Triceratops as a reference for the scale of the Wild Past Protoceratops is commented upon. *Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

To view the range of Wild Past prehistoric animal models including the Wild Past Protoceratops andrewsi: Wild Past Prehistoric Animals.

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3 06, 2020

New Mojo Fun Brontosaurus Deluxe “Turntable Tuesday”

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The Mojo Fun Brontosaurus Dinosaur Model Goes for a Spin “Turntable Tuesday”

For this week’s “Turntable Tuesday” YouTube video feature, Everything Dinosaur selected one of the new for 2020 Mojo Fun dinosaur models to go for a spin. It was a difficult choice as Mojo Fun has added a whopping sixteen new dinosaurs to their “Prehistoric Life” range. In the end it was the Brontosaurus deluxe that was chosen. When compared to the new Mamenchisaurus and Brachiosaurus, you could say that Brontosaurus won by a short neck!

Mojo Fun Brontosaurus

Going for a Spin the Mojo Fun Brontosaurus Deluxe Features on “Turntable Tuesday”

Video credit: Everything Dinosaur

Everything Dinosaur and “Turntable Tuesday”

The “Turntable Tuesday” video is a weekly feature on the Everything Dinosaur YouTube channel. A prehistoric animal model is filmed at our bespoke studio on a turntable. This permits dinosaur fans and model collectors to get a three-hundred and sixty degree view of the replica. The objective of these short videos, all of which have to last for no more than two minutes or so, is to showcase the figure. These videos also give Everything Dinosaur the opportunity to comment on the prehistoric animal models and provide further information.

Ready for the Turntable The New for 2020 Mojo Fun Brontosaurus Deluxe Dinosaur Model

Mojo Fun Brontosaurus dinsoaur model in the Everything Dinosaur studio. — *The Mojo Fun Brontosaurus deluxe dinosaur model ready for a spin. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

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Brontosaurus excelsus

The model measures around twenty-two centimetres in length, but in reality the figure is much larger as the neck is turned slightly and the tail is twisted as if this sauropod was about to give an attacking theropod dinosaur a swipe. The fact sheet that accompanies sales of this figure provides more information on the type species for this genus – Brontosaurus excelsus. The colour scheme is muted with greys and tans predominating.

There are plenty of details to admire on the skin, especially the texture of the neck and the folds located underneath the sturdy body. It may not be the most accurate representation of “thunder lizard” made but the model is robust and ideal for imaginative, creative play.

The Brontosaurus is one of three long-necked dinosaur models introduced by Mojo Fun this year, the other two being Mamenchisaurus and a new Brachiosaurus.

The Mojo Fun Brontosaurus Deluxe Dinosaur Model

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

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Everything Dinosaur’s Videos Give Viewers the Opportunity to View Dinosaur Models at Some Very Strange Angles

"Bottoms up with Brontosaurus" — *The tail-end of the Mojo Fun Brontosaurus dinosaur model. It’s a case of “bottoms up” for Brontosaurus. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

To see the Mojo Fun Brontosaurus and the rest of the new for 2020 prehistoric animals in this range: Mojo Fun Prehistoric and Extinct.

27 05, 2020

Wild Safari Prehistoric World Ichthyosaurus “Turntable Tuesday”

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Wild Safari Prehistoric World Ichthyosaurus “Turntable Tuesday”

In this week’s “Turntable Tuesday” video, it was the turn of the recently introduced Wild Safari Prehistoric World Ichthyosaurus model to go for a spin. This figure is one of nine new for 2020 prehistoric animal replicas from Safari Ltd, it was the only marine reptile amongst the company’s new releases, but what a splendid model it is. In our short video, we provide fans of prehistoric animal models with a three-hundred and sixty degree view of this replica.

“Turntable Tuesday” It’s the Turn of Ichthyosaurus

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Wild Safari Prehistoric World Ichthyosaurus Model

The Wild Safari Prehistoric World Ichthyosaurus sports a colouration that resembles the Killer Whale (Orcinus orca). Several species of Ichthyosaurus are now recognised, this taxon having been something of a taxonomic waste basket for much of the 19th and 20th centuries. Ichthyosaurus was much smaller than an extant Killer Whale, with the largest individuals less than 3.5 metres long and some species such as Ichthyosaurus communis, which was the named and scientifically described in 1822, being smaller still, with most specimens from the Dorset coast for example, averaging 2 metres in length.

The Wild Safari Prehistoric World Ichthyosaurus Model

An Ichthyosaurus model — *The Ichthyosaurus model (Wild Safari Prehistoric World) ready to take its turn on the Everything Dinosaur turntable.* *Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

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A Wonderful and Detailed Marine Reptile Model

The 2020 Ichthyosaurus replaces the 2010 Ichthyosaurus from Safari Ltd. In the “Turntable Tuesday” video the beautiful detailing around the eyes is highlighted along with the model’s colouration. A segment of the video is dedicated to showing the underside of the figure. The cloaca (vent) is highlighted, demonstrating how the sculptors at Safari Ltd have gone to great lengths to ensure an accurate interpretation of a marine reptile.

The Video Shows the Underside and Highlights the Presence of a Cloaca on the Ichthyosaur Model

Showing the underside of the Ichthyosaurus model. — *The Wild Safari Prehistoric World Ichthyosaurus model. The red arrow highlights the location of the cloaca (vent).* *Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Wild Safari Prehistoric World Ichthyosaurus Replica

Comparing Ichthyosaur Models — Comparing the 2010 Ichthyosaurus model with the 2020 Ichthyosaurus. The 2010 Ichthyosaurus figure was depicted holding an ammonite in its jaws. Palaeontologists believe that the principle constituents of the diet of Ichthyosaurus were small fish and squid. *Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Measuring around nineteen centimetres in length, the new for 2020 Ichthyosaurus replica makes a fine addition to a prehistoric animal model collection.

A Close View of the Head of the Wild Safari Prehistoric World Ichthyosaurus Replica

Marine reptile model (Ichthyosaurus). — *A close-up view of the head of the Wild Safari Prehistoric World Ichthyosaurus model.* *Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

The “Turntable Tuesday” video showcasing the remarkable Ichthyosaurus model can be found on Everything Dinosaur’s YouTube channel: Everything Dinosaur on YouTube.

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To view the Wild Safari Prehistoric World Ichthyosaurus and the rest of the prehistoric animals in this range: Wild Safari Prehistoric World Models and Figures.

19 05, 2020

Turntable Tuesday – A Beautiful Gryposaurus Dinosaur Model

By Mike|2024-02-20T20:36:11+00:00May 19th, 2020|Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur videos, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products, Product Reviews|0 Comments

Wild Safari Prehistoric World Gryposaurus “Turntable Tuesday”

It’s “Turntable Tuesday” and today, it is the turn of the award-winning Wild Safari Prehistoric World Gryposaurus to be put through its paces on the Everything Dinosaur turntable. This fantastic model of a hadrosaur was introduced in 2013 and it was awarded the accolade of best dinosaur toy of the year by readers of the prestigious “Prehistoric Times” magazine.

The Wild Safari Prehistoric World Gryposaurus Dinosaur Model – “Turntable Tuesday”

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The Wild Safari Prehistoric World Gryposaurus Dinosaur Model

Our short video (it lasts under two minutes), shows the beautiful, blue-eyed Gryposaurus figure. We also use this opportunity to compare it to the recently introduced Edmontosaurus model, also from Safari Ltd.

Within the large Hadrosauridae family, both Edmontosaurus and Gryposaurus are members of the Saurolophinae sub-family, sometimes referred to as the Hadrosaurinae, although these duck-billed dinosaurs were not that closely related. Both genera are associated with the North American landmass Laramidia, in general terms, Edmontosaurus specimens tend to be associated with younger strata. For example, Edmontosaurus annectens is confined to the late Maastrichtian, whilst the species within the Gryposaurus genus are associated with older Campanian-aged deposits.

The Wild Safari Prehistoric World Gryposaurus Compared to the Edmontosaurus Figure

Gryposaurus compared to Edmontosaurus. — The Wild Safari Prehistoric World Gryposaurus compared to the 2020 Edmontosaurus from the same model range. The Gryposaurus (left), compared to the recently introduced Wild Safari Prehistoric World Edmontosaurus (right). *Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

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For an article about the Gryposaurus winning the best new dinosaur toy of 2013: Gryposaurus Model Wins Top Award.

“Hook-nosed Lizard”

Named as a result of its prominent nasal arch, that gives Gryposaurus its distinctive bulbous-looking snout, this dinosaur compares very well to the 2020 Edmontosaurus. Although no scaling for these figures is given, the two models are roughly comparable in scale, Gryposaurus being regarded as smaller than both E. regalis and E. annectens. When these two figures are together on our turntable we refer to them as “a dazzling duo of duck-bills”.

A Close View of “Hook-nosed Lizard” – Gryposaurus

The Wild Safari Prehistoric World Gryposaurus dinosaur model. — *“Turntable Tuesday” Gryposaurus on display.* *Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

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The short video highlighting the Gryposaurus figure can be found on Everything Dinosaur’s YouTube channel. We plan to post up one new video a week, plus more in-depth reviews of prehistoric animal models and replicas.

To view these videos check out our YouTube channel: Everything Dinosaur on YouTube.

Sales of the Wild Safari Prehistoric World Gryposaurus model at Everything Dinosaur are accompanied with a fact sheet, researched and written by team members that provides further information on this herbivorous dinosaur.

To purchase the Gryposaurus figure (as well as the new for 2020 Wild Safari Prehistoric World Edmontosaurus), click this link: Wild Safari Prehistoric World Models and Figures.

12 05, 2020

Popular Bullyland Ammonite Model “Turntable Tuesday”

By Mike|2024-02-19T09:28:34+00:00May 12th, 2020|Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur Products, Everything Dinosaur videos, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products, Product Reviews|0 Comments

“Turntable Tuesday” Bullyland Ammonite Model

It’s “Turntable” Tuesday at Everything Dinosaur! The time of the week when we put another prehistoric animal model on our turntable and give it a spin. Today, it is the turn of the Bullyland ammonite model, the first invertebrate to feature in this series and an ammonite replica that it is used by museums all over the world to illustrate the Ammonoidea.

The Bullyland Ammonite Model “Turntable Tuesday”

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Ammonite Replicas

The Bullyland ammonite is one of the most popular figures in the German company’s “Dinosaur Park” range. It depicts a typical ammonite, with large eyes, a hypernome and a beautifully detailed beak (mouth). The shell has an inverted keel and it is strongly ribbed, characteristics associated with a number of known genera from both the Jurassic and Cretaceous geological periods.

The Bullyland Ammonite Model

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Ubiquitous and Important Extinct Group of Cephalopods

Although extinct, animals in the Subclass Ammonoidea are extremely important to scientists. Ammonites are members of the Mollusca Phylum that lived in chambered shells and were entirely marine. Many hundreds of different genera are known. The ability to evolve rapidly, to leave abundant fossil material in the form of their fossilised shells (comprised of aragonite, a naturally occurring crystalline form of calcium carbonate), has made these molluscs ideal candidates for zonal fossils.

Outcrops of rock, although in some cases, separated by thousands of miles and composed of different constituents, limestone and sandstone for example, can be correlated due to the fact that they contain similar ammonite fossils. The technique of using fossils to identify the relative age of sediments is called biostratigraphy. Rock layers are divided into distinct and easily identifiable zones as they are characterised by one or more particular fossil species. Ammonites make ideal zone fossils.

The Bullyland Ammonite Model is Often Used in Museum Exhibits

The Bullyland ammonite model next to a polished section of an ammonite fossil. — *The Bullyland ammonite model is often used in museum displays to depict the living animal next to fossil material. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

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Used in Museum Displays and Exhibits

In the short video, the ammonite model is shown next to a fossil specimen. Many museums use the Bullyland ammonite replica in display cases so that visitors can get an idea of what the living animal was like whilst they view the fossilised remains of the ammonite aragonite shells.

The Posterior Portion of the Bullyland Ammonite Model

Ammonite model next to a fossil specimen. — *The strongly ribbed shell and the obvious keel of the ammonite replica.* *Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

The Bullyland Ammonite Model Features in “Turntable Tuesday”

The “turntable Tuesday” ammonite model video, lasts a little over two minutes, it is one of a series of videos posted on Everything Dinosaur’s YouTube channel showcasing different replicas. To view these videos check out our YouTube channel: Everything Dinosaur on YouTube.

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To view the Bullyland ammonite model and to see the rest of the Bullyland prehistoric animal models available from Everything Dinosaur: Bullyland Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Animal Models.

5 05, 2020

CollectA Deluxe Woolly Mammoth “Turntable Tuesday”

By Mike|2024-02-19T08:39:25+00:00May 5th, 2020|Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur Products, Everything Dinosaur videos, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products, Product Reviews|0 Comments

“Turntable Tuesday” CollectA Deluxe Woolly Mammoth

It’s “Turntable Tuesday” at Everything Dinosaur and time to give another prehistoric animal figure in our extensive range, a spin. Today, we have selected one of the most underrated models in the CollectA Deluxe Prehistoric Life model range – the 1:20 scale Woolly Mammoth. It is time this fabulous figure of an iconic Ice Age animal got put into the spotlight.

“Turntable Tuesday”

“Turntable Tuesday” – The CollectA Deluxe 1:20 Scale Woolly Mammoth

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CollectA Deluxe 1:20 Scale Woolly Mammoth (Mammuthus primigenius)

Lots of prehistoric animal ranges include a Woolly Mammoth figure (M. primigenius). It seems that as soon as a manufacturer starts to extend a range beyond the Dinosauria, the Woolly Mammoth comes into consideration. The CollectA 1:20 scale replica was introduced back in 2009 along with the Woolly Mammoth calf, which coincidentally, makes a short appearance in our video. Interestingly, although no scale declaration was ever made for the calf model, these models were originally given sequential catalogue and production numbers. They do work very well together in terms of scale.

CollectA Woolly Mammoth Models

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A Woolly Mammoth on the Turntable

Our short video showcasing these excellent replicas lasts around one minute fifty seconds. Using a turntable to display the models we can permit viewers an all-round view of the figure. We did have to place the adult Mammoth on its back so that we could show the beautifully sculpted teeth in the upper jaw. Those tusks (upper incisors), are beautifully weathered too.

The Everything Dinosaur Video Highlights Some of the Details on the Ice Age Models

Highlighting details on the CollectA Deluxe Woolly Mammoth model. — *The Everything Dinosaur video highlights the details in the upper jaw.* *Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Model Measurements – Are They 1:20 Scale Woolly Mammoth Models?

The CollectA Deluxe adult Woolly Mammoth measures around 20 cm long and that magnificent head is approximately 15 cm off the ground. Different species were different sizes and as with extant elephants today, the males were much larger than the females. Scientific measurements based on Mammuthus primigenius suggest an adult body size of around 3.5 metres to 4 metres in length, so this figure is indeed in approximately 1:20 scale.

The CollectA Deluxe Woolly Mammoth Replica

The CollectA Woolly Mammoth Calf

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28 04, 2020

New Paleo-Creatures Kosmoceratops “Turntable Tuesday”

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“Turntable Tuesday” – Paleo-Creatures Kosmoceratops

It’s “Turntable Tuesday” at Everything Dinosaur and this week we take the Paleo-Creatures Kosmoceratops for a spin. This is the second Paleo-Creatures figure that we have featured in this series, following hot on the heels of Moschops comes this beautiful figure of “ornate horned face”.

“Turntable Tuesday” Paleo-Creatures Kosmoceratops Dinosaur Model Goes for a Spin

Video credit: Everything Dinosaur

Paleo-Creatures Kosmoceratops Figure

The Paleo-Creatures Kosmoceratops figure measures around thirteen centimetres in length and it is approximately in 1:38 scale. This hand-crafted figure is just one of an excellent range of figures all designed and sculpted by the talented Jesús Toledo. Formally described in 2010, this horned dinosaur lived around 76-74 million years ago (Campanian faunal stage of the Late Cretaceous). The binomial scientific name is Kosmoceratops richardsoni, the species name honours Scott Richardson, who discovered the first fossils associated with this species in Utah in 2006. The naming of Kosmoceratops after Scott Richardson was also in recognition for his work in mapping the geology of the “Beehive state”.

The Paleo-Creatures Kosmoceratops richardsoni Dinosaur Model in 1:38 Scale

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Paleo-Creatures Kosmoceratops “Turntable Tuesday”

The aim of Everything Dinosaur’s “turntable Tuesday” videos is to post up once a week, a short video showcasing a prehistoric animal figure on our YouTube channel. The turntable allows viewers to see the figure in close detail from all angles, it is a 360 degree tour of a model. The Kosmoceratops figure video lasts around ninety seconds, our objective is to produce a video that lasts between a minute and two and a half minutes in length. With our own studio, we intend to make more videos including detailed reviews of dinosaur models in the near future.

Going for a Spin – The Paleo-Creatures Kosmoceratops on Everything Dinosaur’s Turntable

Paleo-Creatures Kosmoceratops model. — *Paleo-Creatures Kosmoceratops figure goes for a spin on “turntable Tuesday”. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.*

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

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