Dinosaur Night Safari
Case study overview
A zoo wanted a summer blockbuster that worked with its existing exhibits rather than competing with them, and had a path network already in place.
A summer headline act
A zoo wanted a blockbuster summer attraction that complemented its existing exhibits.
Animatronic dinosaurs on the existing path
Life-size animatronic dinosaur lanterns with motion and sound, installed along an existing path.
Eight straight weeks of sold-out weekends
Sold out weekend slots for eight consecutive weeks, extended by popular demand.
Technical specifications
Every build in this collection ships against the same tested specification. Exact figures for your project are confirmed in the quotation package.
Animatronic Motion Lanterns range
| Model Reference | XL-MO series, motion platform with linkage drive |
|---|---|
| Motion Systems | Head sweep, jaw, breathing chest; motor + linkage, IP-rated |
| Frame Material | Galvanised steel with reinforced pivot points |
| Fabric | Satin silk 115 g/m² over articulated panelling |
| Lighting | CE LED bulbs, dimmable, synced to motion |
| Power Supply | 110/220V AC input; motion controller 24V DC |
| Operating Temperature | -30°C to +50°C rated components and sealing |
| Certification | CE / ISO 9001:2015 systems; load calcs and fire certificates per shipment |
| Export Classification | HS code 9505.90.00.00, festival & entertainment articles |
Pieces used in projects like this
A few builds from our Animatronic Motion Lanterns range. Every piece is quoted and made to your site rather than sold from stock.
Flame-Tail Qilin
The mythical qilin with a trailing flame tail, a flagship motion piece from our Shan Hai Jing series.
Added 2026-08-21View specs →
Blooming Titan Flower
A 5-metre flower that opens and closes on a 90-second bloom cycle.
Added 2026-06-28View specs →
Roaring T-Rex
Jaw, head sweep and roar sound module, the safari's anchor figure.
Added 2026-05-16View specs →Want a result like this?
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