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An Inspiring Journey into Palaeontology with Jessica Lippincott

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Female palaeontologist Jessica Lippincott did not grow up planning a career studying fossils. In fact, her remarkable journey into palaeontology began almost by accident. Everything Dinosaur recently reported on the scientific description of the unusual, chunky Jurassic belemnite Wyoteuthis linsterorum. Jessica was one of the researchers involved in the study. Therefore, we asked the Wyoming-based

14/09/2026 everythingdinosaur

Extraordinary Probable T. rex Trackway Discovered in North Dakota

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An extraordinary trace fossil probably a Tyrannosaurus rex trackway has been discovered in North Dakota. It provides a rare glimpse of a giant theropod walking through the Late Cretaceous landscape. The four huge footprints date to approximately 66.5 million years ago (Maastrichtian faunal stage). Scientists from the Denver Museum of Nature & Science and Liverpool

13/09/2026 everythingdinosaur

Buy Dinosaur Models Online: Five Essential Tips for Collectors

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It has never been easier to buy dinosaur models online. However, with so many prehistoric animal figures available, how do collectors and dinosaur fans choose wisely? Here are five useful points to consider. (1) Look Closely at the Model Firstly, study photographs of the actual figure. Check the pose, colour scheme and level of detail.

12/09/2026 everythingdinosaur

Remarkable Miocene Flowers Preserved in Amber Reveal an Ancient Rainforest

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Miocene flowers preserved in amber are providing scientists with a remarkable glimpse into a tropical rainforest that flourished around 15 million years ago. The tiny flowers come from the famous Zhangpu flora of Fujian Province in south-east China. Researchers from China and Europe examined two exceptionally well-preserved fossil flowers. Their study demonstrates that climbing plants,

11/09/2026 everythingdinosaur

Remarkable “Chunky” Jurassic Squid from Wyoming is Scientifically Described

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A remarkable new species of Jurassic squid-like animal has been described from Wyoming. The bizarre belemnite, named Wyoteuthis linsterorum, lived around 160 million years ago (Oxfordian faunal stage). Furthermore, it had an extraordinarily thick and barrel-shaped internal skeleton. An international research team studied two exceptionally rare fossils from the famous Sundance Formation. The scientists concluded

10/09/2026 everythingdinosaur

Pioneering Palaeontologist Dorothea Bate Honoured with National Blue Plaque

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A Dorothea Bate blue plaque has been unveiled at the Natural History Museum at Tring (Hertfordshire). The plaque celebrates one of Britain's most remarkable fossil hunters. Furthermore, it recognises a pioneering woman who helped transform our understanding of prehistoric animals and life on Earth. Dorothea Bate (1878–1951) was a palaeontologist and archaeozoologist. She discovered extinct

09/09/2026 everythingdinosaur

Celebrating International Literacy Day 2026 and the Amazing Power of Science Communication

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Everything Dinosaur is celebrating International Literacy Day 2026. This year marks the sixtieth anniversary of this important UNESCO initiative. International Literacy Day takes place annually on September the 8th. It provides an opportunity to recognise the importance of literacy and its role in sharing knowledge and understanding different cultures. The 2026 theme is "Literacy for

08/09/2026 everythingdinosaur

Inspiring Young Palaeontologists – Alex’s Amazing Prehistoric Animal Knowledge

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Everything Dinosaur team members Mike and Sue recently welcomed a very special visitor. Nine-year-old Alex called in with his mum, Lisa, to talk about prehistoric animals. Alex brought along some of his favourite prehistoric creatures. These included Allosaurus, Spinosaurus, Deinosuchus and the famous pterosaur Pteranodon. Despite being just nine years old, Alex demonstrated remarkable knowledge. 

07/09/2026 everythingdinosaur

Stunning Haolonggood Stegotetrabelodon Model Inspires New Scale Drawing

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Everything Dinosaur has commissioned a scale drawing of Stegotetrabelodon in preparation for an exciting new model arrival. The Haolonggood Stegotetrabelodon model is expected in stock next month (October 2026). Moreover, this remarkable prehistoric elephant forms part of the Haolonggood’s expanding “Ancient Witness” range. The new illustration will feature on an Everything Dinosaur Stegotetrabelodon fact sheet.

06/09/2026 everythingdinosaur

Dinosaur Models for Adult Collectors – The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Perfect Model

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Collecting models of prehistoric animals is a fascinating hobby, but choosing the perfect figure can be challenging. Fortunately, today’s collectors have an extraordinary range of prehistoric animal replicas to choose from.  It is probably true to state that this is a golden age of dinosaur models for adult collectors. Everything Dinosaur has specialised in supplying

05/09/2026 everythingdinosaur

Dinosaur Models Shipped to the USA – Reliable, Fast and Easy

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Everything Dinosaur continues to send dinosaur models shipped to the USA supplying collectors across America. Indeed, the United States remains an important market for the UK-based company. Every day, parcels begin their journey across the Atlantic. Mike and Sue work hard to ensure orders are packed carefully and despatched quickly. American customers can choose from

04/09/2026 everythingdinosaur

Amazing Permian Raindrops – An Ephemeral Moment Preserved for 275 Million Years

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Fossils can preserve evidence of extraordinary events. However, sometimes the most mundane traces of the past prove equally remarkable. Everything Dinosaur team members recently visited the Museum für Naturkunde Berlin. There, they photographed exquisite Permian raindrop impressions preserved in sandstone. A record of rainfall from 275 million years ago. Individual water drops left marks,

03/09/2026 everythingdinosaur

New Eofauna Prehistoric Mammal Models in Stock

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Everything Dinosaur announces that two, new Eofauna prehistoric mammal models have arrived. The Paraceratherium (P. grangeri) figure and the prehistoric elephant - Anancus arvernensis are now in stock. Both models have a declared scale of 1:35. Two Eofauna Scientific Research models the Paraceratherium grangeri (background) and the Anancus arvernensis (foreground). Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

02/09/2026 everythingdinosaur

Outstanding Dinosaur Model Customer Service – Even on a National Holiday!

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Yesterday (August the 31st), might have been a national holiday for most of the UK, but there were still dinosaurs to despatch! Mike and Sue from Everything Dinosaur spent most of the day preparing customer orders. This meant parcels could be packed promptly and sent out today. The photograph shows two Everything Dinosaur Evolution 1:33

01/09/2026 everythingdinosaur

New “Prehistoric Times” Magazine (Issue 158) Reviewed

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"Prehistoric Times" issue 158 has helped make the hot summer here in the UK bearable. Once more, there is a lot to admire in this, the latest publication (summer 2026). It is packed with fascinating and informative articles. As always, the magazine brings together contributions from talented writers, artists and researchers. So, without any further

31/08/2026 everythingdinosaur

Amazing Armoured Dinosaur Discovery – Japan’s First Definitive Ankylosaur

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A new genus and species of armoured dinosaur has been named from fossils found in Japan. Nipponopelta yezoensis represents the first formally named Japanese ankylosaur. Furthermore, this discovery provides important information about the dispersal of nodosaurids during the Cretaceous Period. The new dinosaur was named and described by an international team of palaeontologists. The research

30/08/2026 everythingdinosaur

What Scale are Dinosaur Models?

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A question we get frequently asked is what scale are dinosaur models? When considering model aircraft, trains or cars this is a relatively simple question to answer. For example, collectors can acquire a scale model of RMS Titanic.  Any declared scale is likely to be accurate as the dimensions of this ocean liner are known. 

29/08/2026 everythingdinosaur

Remarkable New Museum für Naturkunde Berlin Galleries Open to Visitors

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Two remarkable Museum für Naturkunde Berlin galleries are being opened to visitors for the first time. The new "Mammal Skulls" and "Deer and Horned Animals" galleries will welcome members of the public during the Long Night of Museums event on Saturday 29th of August. Until now, these collections have been reserved exclusively for researchers. Their

28/08/2026 everythingdinosaur

Remarkable Carboniferous Coelacanth Fossil Discovery in Yorkshire

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A remarkable Roundhay Park coelacanth fossil has been discovered in Leeds. The fossil is around 320 million years old. It dates from the Carboniferous. Furthermore, experts believe it represents the oldest fossil coelacanth yet found in Yorkshire. Geologist Ru Smith of the Yorkshire Geological Society made the discovery earlier this year. He found a well-preserved

27/08/2026 everythingdinosaur

Remarkable Triassic Marine Reptile Fossil Preserves Internal Organs

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Scientists have described an exceptional fossil of the long-necked, Triassic marine reptile Austronaga minuta. The specimen comes from China and is around 245 million years old. Remarkably, much of the animal's digestive system has been preserved. The almost complete fossil provides scientists with an unprecedented view of the skeleton and internal anatomy of an archosauromorph.

26/08/2026 everythingdinosaur