What do you give a team member at Everything Dinosaur as a thank you gift for their help and assistance? A balloon dinosaur of course! We received a little thank you gift, a little token of appreciation after we provided assistance. This was a very kind, it was a lovely gesture, but we were just doing our job and trying to help where we could.
The dinosaur balloon given to an Everything Dinosaur team member, we appreciate the kind gesture and we are grateful to receive a green tyrannosaur in balloon form.
Our little green dinosaur is currently keeping us company in the office. The balloon Tyrannosaurus rex is keeping an eye on us as we prepare articles for the Everything Dinosaur blog and get the paperwork completed so that we can pack orders for Everything Dinosaur customers.
A close-up of the fearsome looking balloon Tyrannosaurus rex that was given to Everything Dinosaur. The balloon dinosaur is in our office keeping us company as we write articles for the Everything Dinosaur blog and complete paperwork prior to packing orders for customers.
Last month, Everything Dinosaur received another thirty-seven 5-star customer service reviews. Every customer review received was a 5-star review. The team members at Everything Dinosaur are very grateful for all the customer feedback they receive, every review and comment is independently verified by the independent ratings company Feefo.
The consistently high customer service provided by Everything Dinosaur has permitted this award-winning mail order company to continue to maintain its Trusted Platinum Customer Service status.
Everything Dinosaur wins the Platinum Service Award. The company has continued to provide consistently high customer service throughout the first quarter of 2022.
Genuine Customer Reviews
Here is a typical Feefo review received recently, our thanks to James for taking the time and trouble to send into Feefo his comments.
“If you’re looking for anything dinosaur related, there is nowhere better than Everything Dinosaur. These guys are passionate about what they do, and this comes across from the moment you buy your item to the moment it arrives, with multiple updates from their team. They even go as far as to send a detailed info sheet on the dinosaur you have bought, with cool little facts you may not have known about the Dino you hold in your hands (in this case it was Nanmu’s fantastic T. rex) – a great touch! Overall, a fantastic company who set a great example of what a retailer should be. Thanks guys!”
The Nanmu Studio Jurassic Series Once and Future King with display base. This was the model purchased by dinosaur model collector James.
You are most welcome James, look out for some more Nanmu Studio prehistoric animal models and figures coming into stock at Everything Dinosaur next month (June 2022).
PNSO will be adding a replica of the fearsome North American theropod Acrocanthosaurus (A. atokensis) to their mid-size prehistoric animal model range. Pictures of this exciting new figure have been revealed and Everything Dinosaur can announce that this model should be in stock next month (June 2022). Team members at Everything Dinosaur are looking forward to receiving the PNSO Fergus the Acrocanthosaurus dinosaur model into stock.
PNSO Fergus the Acrocanthosaurus has an articulated lower jawand it measures over 32 cm in length.
Acrocanthosaurus atokensis
Rumours had been circulating for some time within the dinosaur model collecting community that PNSO was due to add a replica of this super-sized, Early Cretaceous carcharodontosaurid to its already extensive model range. Everything Dinosaur can now reveal that this figure will be available in the early summer.
PNSO Fergus the Acrocanthosaurus has an articulated lower jaw.
A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur commented:
“We are delighted to announce that an Acrocanthosaurus is being added to the PNSO model range. The company has expressed an ambition to dramatically increase the range of models that it offers and over the last two years or so, we have seen Allosaurus, Yutyrannus, Carnotaurus, Qianzhousaurus, Carcharodontosaurus and Tarbosaurus replicas added to their range and now we have a fantastic model of an Acrocanthosaurus joining the PNSO portfolio too.”
PNSO Fergus the Acrocanthosaurus in anterior view.
PNSO Fergus the Acrocanthosaurus Model Measurements
The PNSO Fergus the Acrocanthosaurus model measures an impressive 32.5 cm in length and the figure stands around 10.5 cm tall. Although PNSO does not declare a scale for its mid-size models, based on Acrocanthosaurus having an estimated size of 12 metres, team members at Everything Dinosaur have stated that this figure is in approximately 1:37 scale.
PNSO Fergus the Acrocanthosaurus dinosaur model measurements. This new for 2022 figure measures 32.5 cm in length and it stands around 10.5 cm high.
Acrocanthosaurus Accessories
This amazing Acrocanthosaurus (A. atokensis) comes complete with a full-colour, 64-page illustrated booklet, posters inspired by the fossil material and highlighting the artwork of Zhao Chuang. PNSO have also prepared a short video explaining how the figure was developed which can be accessed by a QR code.
The model is supplied with a clear plastic support stand, a 64-page, full-colour booklet and colour poster. A QR code on the packaging links to a short video that explains how the figure was made.The PNSO Fergus the Acrocanthosaurus dinosaur model. A fabulous Acrocanthosaurus atokensis replica by PNSO.
Today, May 8th, is the birthday of Sir David Attenborough. The naturalist, broadcaster and campaigner is ninety-six years of age and his enthusiasm for the natural world continues to shine through in the myriad of projects with which he is currently involved.
Sir David Attenborough veteran naturalist and broadcaster. Today, May 8th (2022) is his 96th birthday. Many Happy Returns Sir David!
Prehistoric Planet
Sir David’s energy and enthusiasm for the natural world shows no sign of deteriorating despite him being just a few years short of his centenary. For example, he is the narrator of a new five-part, nature documentary television series about dinosaurs that will premiere on Apple TV+ on May 23rd (2022) entitled “Prehistoric Planet”.
Produced by the BBC Studios Natural History Unit with visual effects by Moving Picture Company, the television series will be shown over five consecutive nights examining different dinosaur dominated environments during the Cretaceous.
The television series “Prehistoric Planet” starts on May 23rd (2022). The programmes are narrated by Sir David Attenborough. Picture credit: Apple TV+.
The veteran broadcaster has become an active campaigner raising awareness about climate change, global warming and the impact of our species on the planet. He remains as busy as ever, but we at Everything Dinosaur hope he takes a little time out of his busy schedule today to enjoy his birthday.
The new Eofauna prehistoric animal models have arrived in stock at Everything Dinosaur. The two new additions to the exciting Eofauna range are a 1:40 scale model of Diplodocus (D. carnegii) and a 1:35 scale model of the prehistoric elephant Konobelodon (K. atticus).
The Eofauna Diplodocus (top) and the Eofauna Konobelodon (bottom) with their fact sheets. Everything Dinosaur team members research and write a fact sheet for almost all of the named prehistoric animal models they sell. The fact sheet is included in the product parcel which is then despatched to customers.
To see the full range of prehistoric animal themed gifts and toys available, visit Everything Dinosaur’s award-winning website: Everything Dinosaur.
Eofauna Scientific Research Diplodocus carnegii
The Eofauna Scientific Research Diplodocus carnegii replica is one of the most eagerly anticipated prehistoric animal models to be released this year (2022). It is a detailed 1:40 scale representation of an iconic sauropod, which roamed North America in the Late Jurassic.
The new for 2022 Eofauna Diplodocus carnegii dinosaur model is supplied with a beautifully illustrated collector’s card. Everything Dinosaur team members helped with the hang tag and labelling for the new Eofauna Diplodocus.
Team members at Everything Dinosaur helped with the hang tag and labelling for this new Eofauna dinosaur model. The Eofauna Diplodocus is a substantial size, it measures around 62 cm in length and the head is around 11 cm off the ground.
It’s not a cricket bat! This is the product packaging that protects the new for 2022 Eofauna Scientific Research Diplodocus carnegii dinosaur model. The photograph provides a visual demonstration as to the size of this new for 2022 dinosaur model.
Eofauna Scientific Research Konobelodon atticus
The researchers behind the Eofauna brand have produced several scientific papers on ancient members of the diverse and temporally extensive Proboscidea. Their latest offering is a fabulous replica of a member of the Amebelodontinae subfamily – Konobelodon atticus.
The new for 2022 Eofauna Konobelodon atticus model is supplied with a data card and Everything Dinosaur will also provide a product fact sheet with sales of this figure.
The Konobelodon joins other prehistoric elephant models in the Eofauna range including Deinotherium, Steppe Mammoth and a Straight-tusked elephant (Palaeoloxodon antiquus). The Eofauna Scientific Research Konobelodon model has a declared scale of 1:35, the figure measures 23 cm long and stands around 11 cm high.
Eofauna Models
A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur commented:
“We are delighted to welcome into stock the Konobelodon and Diplodocus figures. There are the eighth and ninth models respectively in what is a growing range of Eofauna replicas.”
To view the new Eofauna Diplodocus and Konobelodon models plus the rest of the Eofauna range in stock at Everything Dinosaur: Eofauna Scientific Research Models.
Rebor have announced that they will be adding another scale model of a T. rex to their extensive product range. The figure called Tyrannosaurus rex “Tusk” King T-REX Requiem is expected to be in stock at Everything Dinosaur in the summer (2022).
The new for summer 2022 Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “Tusk” King T-REX Requiem dinosaur model. A fabulous model of a T. rex from Rebor in 1:35 scale. The image shows this exciting new dinosaur model in an oblique lateral view.
A New Rebor T. rex Model
The new Tyrannosaurus rex figure has an articulated lower jaw, a flexible tail and the front limbs are also articulated. A clear plastic support stand is included with this model to help keep the figure stable when on display.
The new for summer 2022 Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “Tusk” King T. rex requiem has an articulated jaw, movable front limbs and a flexible tail. It is also supplied with a clear plastic support stand.
T. rex Model Measurements
The Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “Tusk” King T. rex requiem is the same size as the recently announced Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “Kiss” mountain version. It measures approximately 40.5 cm in length and has a head height of around 14 cm. The model has a declared scale of 1:35. The “Tusk” and “Kiss” replicas are the same sculpt, but they have different colour schemes.
The Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “Tusk” King T-REX requiem seen in dorsal view. The detailed colour scheme of this 1:35 scale model can be clearly seen in this view.
Expected in Stock at Everything Dinosaur Late June/July 2022
This exciting new addition to the Rebor portfolio is expected to be in stock at Everything Dinosaur at the same time as the Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “Kiss” mountain version (late June/July 2022).
A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur explained that due to international shipping issues it was not possible to confirm a date when these beautiful, figures would be in stock, but it was reaffirmed that the Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “Kiss” Mountain version and the Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “Tusk” King T-REX requiem would probably arrive together in late June or July 2022.
It is not known whether the introduction of “Tusk” will seal the fate of the iconic 2015 Rebor King T-REX replica, leading it to be retired and withdrawn from production.
The Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “Tusk” King T-REX requiem figure.
The spokesperson added:
“We are looking forward to stocking both these fantastic tyrannosaur figures.”
Join the Product Waitlist or Email Everything Dinosaur to Receive a Priority In Stock Notification
With Everything Dinosaur there is no need to pre-order or to pre-pay for these two T. rex models. Customers can either join the waitlist for “Tusk” by visiting the Rebor section of the Everything Dinosaur website: Rebor Models and Figures.
Rebor have announced that they will be adding a new scale model of a Tyrannosaurus rex to their range. The figure called Tyrannosaurus rex “Kiss” Mountain colour version is expected to be in stock at Everything Dinosaur in the summer (2022).
The new for 2022 Rebor T. rex “Kiss” 1:35 scale dinosaur model figure in the mountain colour variant.
Many Years of T. rex Model Production
The first figures that Rebor put into production back in 2014 were members of the superfamily Tyrannosauroidea. Firstly, there was a replica of Yutyrannus huali (Y-REX) and this was followed shortly afterwards by the launch of the iconic Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex (King T. rex) model.
The latest tyrannosaur incarnation to come out of the Rebor design studio is the Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “Kiss”, the mountain version.
The Rebor 1:35 scale tyrannosaur figure “Kiss”, the mountain version in lateral view.
The Mountain Version Model Measurements
Rebor have been keen to maintain their standard 1:35 scale for this new tyrannosaur. The new for 2022 Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “KISS” Mountain version measures around 40.5 cm in length and that beautifully detailed, sculpted head stands some 14 cm high. The figure should display well with other Rebor tyrannosaur replicas as well as the recently introduced Rebor Saurophaganax maximus Notorious Big dinosaur models.
The new for 2022 (expected in the summer), Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “Kiss” in the mountain colour variant measures approximately 40.5 cm long and that magnificent head stands around 14 cm high.
Expected in Stock at Everything Dinosaur Late June/July 2022
A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur explained that due to global shipping issues a firm date when this amazing T. rex figure would be in stock was difficult to provide at this time, but it was stated that the Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “Kiss” Mountain version was likely to be in stock late June or July 2022.
The spokesperson added:
“This is a truly spectacular figure and we have already had lots of customers enquiring about it after images were released on social media. We are looking forward to adding the Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “Kiss” Mountain version to the range of Rebor models and figures we stock.”
A dorsal view of the superb, Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “Kiss” in the mountain colour scheme. The model has been superbly painted.
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In the film “Jurassic World” released in 2015, the theme park’s latest attraction was a synthetic dinosaur called Indominus rex. It was a hybrid of several dinosaurs, a cross between a Velociraptor, a T. rex and other fearsome predators. Scientists recently announced the discovery of a super-sized megaraptor that roamed Argentina around 70 million years ago. At perhaps as much as 10 metres long, Maip macrothorax is the largest megaraptorid known to science and with its long, powerful arms it had a similar body plan to the fictional Indominus.
Maip macrothorax
In the science fiction movie “Jurassic World” geneticists engineered a super-sized predator taking traits from various carnivorous dinosaurs and extant animals. The fictional dinosaur was named Indominus rex. Ironically, palaeontologists have unearthed the fossilised remains of a real dinosaur (Maip macrothorax) that had a similar body plan.
So perhaps, it is true after all, that life sometimes imitates art. Although, since Maip macrothorax lived some 70 million years or so before the “Jurassic Park/Jurassic World” franchise came into being, perhaps it is more accurate to say that art imitates life…
Everything Dinosaur team members are looking forward to reading and then reviewing a new book by renowned author Professor David Bainbridge that charts the development of the science of palaeontology using classical and contemporary scientific illustrations.
The front cover of “Paleontology an Illustrated History” by David Bainbridge a comparative anatomist in the Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience at the University of Cambridge. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.
Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur
Lavishly Illustrated
This lavishly illustrated volume, published by Princeton University Press: Princeton University Press examines how art and illustrators have informed both academia and the general public about fossil discoveries and scientific research. It is lavishly illustrated, the author providing a beautifully crafted examination of the art and science of palaeontology from the ancient Greek civilisation right up to the modern day with its techniques of three-dimensional modelling, computed tomography and scanning electron microscopy.
The Neave Parker Megalosaurus illustration (1960) on a postcard available from the London Natural History Museum in the 1960s and 1970s.
The book “Paleontology an Illustrated History” highlights the contribution to palaeoart made by figures such as the English artist Neave Parker. Neave Parker created iconic images of dinosaurs in collaboration with the scientists at the British Museum (now the London Natural History Museum). The book looks at the contribution made to scientific illustration by artists such as Burian, Zallinger and Charles Knight.
It also includes full colour plates of stunning fossil discoveries as well as biographies of the palaeontologists who have helped shape our view of ancient lifeforms and ecosystems.
Team members at Everything Dinosaur are looking forward to reading this exciting book and providing a more detailed review.
There are so many clever and creative people on the worldwide web. Take for example Joe Dolan a retired welder who spends his time creating metal prehistoric monsters in his workshop. Each hand-crafted sculpture takes dozens of hours to produce, each one is a labour of love, honed by the skills developed over a lifetime as a welder/fabricator.
Joe very kindly contacted Everything Dinosaur and sent us some pictures of his latest creations.
A completed Tyrannosaurus rex sculpture. Picture credit: Joe Dolan.
Making Figures from Metal
With over forty years experience Joe’s skilfully constructed animal figures are a great conversation starter and certainly are statement pieces. All the joints are fully welded, cleaned, deburred and polished. It is great to see Joe still using his engineering and design skills to create such novel, metallic sculptures.
An impressive T. rex metal sculpture just out of the workshop. Picture credit: Joe Dolan.
The “Detail is Everything”
Joe explains that his hobby has grown into a small business. The figures are made for indoor display as the steel used in the construction would rust if left outside. At first Joe created sculptures for friends and family but soon word of his talent for creating unusual sculptures spread and he began to attract commercial interest from farther afield.
Joe has not restricted himself to dinosaurs, he builds lots of amazing sculptures of other animals too.
He explained how his unusual business started commenting:
“I started some years back, making things for myself and family. Other people started showing interest in my work so I made more, and to me “detail is everything”, plus the figurines are robust and if cared for they will last for years and years.”
A stunning, metallic fish sculpture. Picture credit: Joe Dolan.A beautiful, burnished shark figure created by talented engineer Joe Dolan.
Traditional Skills Given a New Twist
Traditional skills such as metal working are under threat, the models and figures that Joe has created enable him to keep using the techniques that he has honed over a lifetime, bringing pleasure and delight to others.
A cleverly constructed crab – watch out for those metal claws! Picture credit: Joe Dolan.
A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur commented:
“We are always amazed at how creative and clever people can be. Joe has turned his talents to making some amazing metallic monsters including models of dinosaurs like T. rex and Velociraptors. He also has a flair for fish models and we love the eyes on the metallic crab figure.”
A pack or metallic Velociraptors on the prowl. Picture credit: Joe Dolan.
For further information about the sculptures and to contact Joe direct, we suggest you check out his Facebook page: Contact Joe Dolan on Facebook.
