{"title":"Dinosaur Busts","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"brontosaurus-bust","title":"Brontosaurus Bust","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a highly detailed Brontosaurus Bust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model was created by Messy Panda who makes amazing Busts and provided by Commercial License.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Bust is 3D Printed using Black PLA Filament and Dry-brushed with Gold Gilding Wax to give it a Bronze Statue effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1835\" data-start=\"1421\"\u003eThis Bust is 15cm tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Brontosaurus is a genus of large, plant-eating dinosaurs that lived during the Late Jurassic period, about 150 million years ago. It belongs to a group called sauropods, which were characterized by their massive size, long necks, long tails, and pillar-like legs. A fully grown Brontosaurus could reach around 22 meters (72 feet) in length and weigh more than 15 metric tons, making it one of the largest land animals to ever exist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name \u003cem\u003eBrontosaurus\u003c\/em\u003e means “thunder lizard”, a reference to the earth-shaking sound people imagined it might have made while walking. For much of the 20th century, Brontosaurus was actually considered the same dinosaur as \u003cem\u003eApatosaurus\u003c\/em\u003e. In 1903, paleontologists concluded that the fossils first named \u003cem\u003eBrontosaurus\u003c\/em\u003e were just another species of \u003cem\u003eApatosaurus\u003c\/em\u003e, and so the name fell out of scientific use. However, in 2015, a detailed study of sauropod fossils suggested that \u003cem\u003eBrontosaurus\u003c\/em\u003e was distinct enough from \u003cem\u003eApatosaurus\u003c\/em\u003e to be recognized again as its own genus. This revived the famous name, making it scientifically valid once more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrontosaurus likely lived in herds and fed on conifer trees, ferns, and other vegetation by sweeping its long neck through the treetops or down low across the ground. Its peg-like teeth were not suited for chewing, so it probably swallowed plant matter whole, relying on its massive gut to break down food. Its tail, long and whip-like, may have been used for defense or communication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCulturally, Brontosaurus became one of the most iconic dinosaurs, often appearing in books, movies, and museum exhibits. Even when scientists believed the name was invalid, it persisted in popular imagination as a symbol of dinosaurs in general.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borishotch Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51645986603351,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0791\/1050\/4791\/files\/BRONTOSAURUSBUST1.jpg?v=1757184732"},{"product_id":"tyrannosaurus-rex-bust","title":"Tyrannosaurus Rex Bust","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a highly detailed Tyrannosaurus Rex Bust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model was created by Messy Panda who makes amazing Busts and provided by Commercial License.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Bust is 3D Printed using Black PLA Filament and Dry-brushed with Gold Gilding Wax to give it a Bronze Statue effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1835\" data-start=\"1421\"\u003eThis Bust is 15cm tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Tyrannosaurus rex, often abbreviated as T. rex, was one of the largest and most fearsome carnivorous dinosaurs to have ever lived. It existed during the late Cretaceous period, around 68 to 66 million years ago, primarily in what is now North America. T. rex belonged to the theropod group of dinosaurs, which were bipedal predators, meaning it walked on two powerful hind legs while its small, two-fingered forearms remained relatively tiny in comparison to its massive body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eT. rex could grow up to 40 feet (12 meters) long, stand roughly 12 feet (3.6 meters) tall at the hips, and weigh between 8 to 14 metric tons. Its skull was enormous, reaching up to 5 feet (1.5 meters) in length, equipped with strong jaws lined with large, serrated teeth capable of crushing bone. This made it an apex predator, able to hunt large herbivorous dinosaurs like Triceratops and Edmontosaurus, though evidence suggests it may also have scavenged when opportunities arose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its fearsome reputation, T. rex had relatively small arms with limited mobility, which were likely used for grasping prey at close range or aiding in getting up from the ground rather than for combat. Its legs were muscular and built for short bursts of speed, possibly up to 20–25 mph (32–40 km\/h), allowing it to ambush prey effectively. Its keen senses, particularly vision and smell, made it an efficient hunter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFossil evidence also shows that T. rex had a robust, deep chest and strong tail, which provided balance and stability while running or attacking. Modern research even suggests that parts of its body may have been covered in feathers during its juvenile stage, though adults were likely mostly scaly. T. rex remains an icon in both paleontology and popular culture, symbolizing the ultimate dinosaur predator.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borishotch Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51645987324247,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0791\/1050\/4791\/files\/T-REXTyrannosaurusBUST1.jpg?v=1757184860"},{"product_id":"triceratops-bust","title":"Triceratops Bust","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a highly detailed Triceratops Bust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model was created by Messy Panda who makes amazing Busts and provided by Commercial License.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Bust is 3D Printed using Black PLA Filament and Dry-brushed with Gold Gilding Wax to give it a Bronze Statue effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1835\" data-start=\"1421\"\u003eThis Bust is 15cm tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Triceratops is a genus of herbivorous dinosaur that lived during the Late Cretaceous period, around 68 to 66 million years ago. It is one of the most recognizable dinosaurs due to its distinctive features: a large bony frill at the back of its head, three prominent facial horns—two above the eyes and one on the nose—and a robust, quadrupedal body. Adult Triceratops could reach lengths of about 7.9 to 9 meters (26–30 feet) and weigh between 6 to 12 tons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTriceratops belonged to the ceratopsid family, a group of herbivorous dinosaurs known for their elaborate skull structures. Its horns and frill likely served multiple purposes: defense against predators like Tyrannosaurus rex, display for attracting mates or signaling dominance, and possibly species recognition. Its beak and rows of grinding teeth were well-adapted for slicing and chewing tough, fibrous plants, suggesting it fed on low-growing vegetation such as ferns, cycads, and palms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFossils of Triceratops are primarily found in North America, particularly in what is now the western United States and Canada. Its skeletons are among the most complete and studied of the ceratopsids, providing valuable insights into dinosaur anatomy, behavior, and evolution. Despite its massive size, Triceratops likely lived in herds, which could have offered protection from predators. Its name means “three-horned face,” reflecting its most distinctive feature, and it remains an iconic representation of the diversity and complexity of the dinosaur world.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borishotch Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51645989257559,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0791\/1050\/4791\/files\/TRICERATOPSBUST1.jpg?v=1757184970"},{"product_id":"woolly-mammoth-bust","title":"Woolly Mammoth Bust","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a highly detailed Woolly Mammoth Bust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model was created by Messy Panda who makes amazing Busts and provided by Commercial License.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Bust is 3D Printed using Black PLA Filament and Dry-brushed with Gold Gilding Wax to give it a Bronze Statue effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1835\" data-start=\"1421\"\u003eThis Bust is 15cm tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA woolly mammoth (Mammuthus primigenius) was a large, extinct species of elephant that lived during the Ice Age, roughly from 400,000 to 4,000 years ago. They are best known for their long, curved tusks and thick coat of shaggy hair, which helped them survive in the frigid environments of northern Europe, Asia, and North America. Their fur could be several inches long, and they had a layer of fat beneath their skin to insulate against the cold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWoolly mammoths were herbivores, grazing on grasses, shrubs, and other tundra vegetation. They were social animals, likely living in herds similar to modern elephants, with complex social structures. Adult males could reach about 3 to 3.5 meters (10–12 feet) at the shoulder and weigh up to 6–8 tons, while females were slightly smaller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir tusks were used for defense, foraging through snow to reach food, and possibly in mating displays or fights for dominance. Fossils and frozen specimens preserved in permafrost have provided scientists with detailed insights into their anatomy, diet, and even DNA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe extinction of woolly mammoths is attributed to a combination of climate change at the end of the last Ice Age and human hunting. Some scientists are exploring genetic techniques to bring back traits of the woolly mammoth, a concept often referred to as “de-extinction,” although true revival remains theoretical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn essence, woolly mammoths were Ice Age icons: massive, well-adapted to the cold, and closely related to today’s elephants, representing both the resilience and fragility of large mammals in changing climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe woolly mammoth coexisted with early humans, who hunted the species for food, and used its bones and tusks for making art, tools, and dwellings. The population of woolly mammoths declined at the end of the Late Pleistocene, with the last populations on mainland Siberia persisting until around 10,000 years ago, although isolated populations survived on St. Paul Island until 5,600 years ago and on Wrangel Island until 4,000 years ago.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borishotch Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51701639184727,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0791\/1050\/4791\/files\/MAMMOTHBUST1.jpg?v=1757840188"}],"url":"https:\/\/borishotch-industries.co.uk\/collections\/dinosaur-busts.oembed","provider":"Borishotch Industries","version":"1.0","type":"link"}