Hulitherium Fossil Dig – without sides

Educational nature play – sturdy, durable Hulitherium Megafauna Fossil Dig

The Hulitherium Fossil Dig is an educational tool that sparks curiosity while promoting interactive exploration. Put the fossil dig on the ground, cover it in sand, and watch as children discover the fossil remains. It’s also available as a sandpit with sides.

Also known as a Mountain Diprotodon, the Hulitherium lived in New Guinea and was a relative of the larger Diprotodon Optatum found in Australia 25,000 years ago. See this Megafauna themed playground project to see how we brought it to life!

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Hulitherium (Mountain Diprotodon) Megafauna Fossil Dig

Also known as a Mountain Diprotodon, the Hulitherium is an extinct megafauna animal that lived in New Guinea. It was a relative of the larger Diprotodon Optatum found in Australia 25,000 years ago and has been described as “panda-like”. Read more about the Hulitherium here.

Educational value of fossil digs

The Hulitherium Fossil Dig is not just a sculpture, it’s an immersive experience for children to explore. Education integrates with play, capturing children’s imagination. Fossil digs are a versatile solution for landscape architects and business managers looking to enrich childcare centres, playgrounds, parks and educational displays.

Learn and play

  • Enhance the learning experience by introducing a lifelike representation of the Mountain Diprotodon.
  • Open the door to paleontological exploration, encouraging children to delve into the past in an exciting way.

Interactive

  • The Hulitherium Fossil Dig ignites curiosity, inspiring young minds to explore and discover.
  • It transforms playgrounds into vibrant, interactive spaces where kids can dig for knowledge and adventure.

Versatile and easy to implement

  • Effortless integration: This sculpture effortlessly fits into various settings, making it an ideal choice for childcare centres, playgrounds, and educational displays. Its lightweight design ensures it can easily be moved to suit your needs.
  • Use it as decor or play equipment: As well as providing an engaging play experience when buried in a sandpit, the fossil dig can be mounted on a wall to become fascinating wall decor that tells the story of prehistory.

Hulitherium Fossil Dig – without sides

This fossil dig is designed to be placed on the ground and covered with sand (note this version does not have sides to hold sand in a contained area).

Features

  • L 150cm x W 110cm x H 16.5cm – 35kg
  • Sturdy fibreglass with intricate design details
  • Great for sandpits and wall decor
  • Easy to install and light enough to move around
  • Educational and interactive
  • Also available with sides as a complete sandpit

 

Weight35 kg
Dimensions150 × 110 × 16.5 cm

Pricing

  • To get a price for this product (including delivery if required), please click the “add to my quote” button to add it to your quote list. You can then select any extras or specific requirements, and submit a quote request (see how to order).

Additional Extras

  • Clear coat finish or a heavy duty gel coat finish is recommended for all products that will be used outside, to protect the finish. See product care guide
  • Mounting plates, hooks or other fixings can be requested when you ask for a quote.
  • Custom colours are available on most products.
  • If you plan to use the product in a child’s play area or a public space, please mention that when requesting a quote.
  • If you need to be able to dismantle or move it easily, let us know that too!
  • We can create custom versions of most designs, for example to change the size, pose or angle of a sculpture, or to include your branding on an integrated or separate sign. Just ask

Delivery

  • Delivery costs depend on location, packaging requirements, and quantity/type of items ordered. Items can be picked up from our office, or you can arrange your own freight.
  • International shipping available on request. 
  • Delivery times depend on stock availability & extras required. 
  • Let us know if you want delivery when you place a quote request, or contact us!

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