# Jurassic Ecosystem Decor These Dinosaur Terrariums Make for Cool and Educational Home Decor By Gil Cohen | Published 2012-12-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dinosaur-terrariums References: [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop/Run2theWild?ref=seller_info) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/listing/85674143/brachiosaurus-dinosaur-terrarium-live) Terrariums are a cool way to store tiny miniature plants in a decorative casing, but Dinosaur Terrariums are definitely the most epically cool ones out there. Created by [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needledrop-coaster-set) seller Courtney of Run 2 the Wild, these terrariums are built into [plastic toy dinosaurs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dinosaur-toys), giving them an elongated glass torso. These make great gifts for children who are learning about ecosystems, or anyone who loves dinosaurs and would appreciate some funky [dinosaur home decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dino-bowl). There are several types of dinosaurs to choose from, including a Stegosaurus, Brachiosaurus and the Anklyosaur. These toys are great for learning about different types of dinosaurs and infusing them with a bit of life. The Dinosaur Terrariums from Run 2 the Wild are amazingly wild. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Dinosaur Home Decor:** Creating home decor with plastic toy dinosaurs and terrariums is a trending way to add a fun and educational aesthetic to any room. - **Educational Terrariums:** The use of miniature ecosystems to teach children and grown-ups about ecology and the importance of nature is an ongoing trend in education. - **Upcycling Toys:** Transforming plastic toys into functional and decorative terrariums is a sustainable way to upcycle toys and promote environmental awareness. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Decor:** Using dinosaur terrariums and upcycling plastic toys can offer new and unique products that appeal to both children and adults and differentiate from other traditional decor items. - **Education:** Incorporating educational terrariums in school habitats and science classes offer both a hands-on learning experience and a break from traditional textbook studies. - **Toy Manufacturing:** Partnering with environmental-friendly brands and upcycling initiatives can expand the product offerings and help educate customers on the importance of upcycling. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [DIY Terrarium Jars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crackyourown-geode-crystal-terrariums.md) - [STEM Excavation Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jurassic-world-dinosaur-dig.md) - [Cork Bottle Terrarium Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-terrarium.md) - [Digital Dinosaur Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bitzee-jurassic-world.md) - [Reversible Dinosaur Plushies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glow-in-the-dark-dinosaur-plushies.md) - [Compact Microclimate Terrariums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microclimate-terrariums.md) - [Natural Moss Terrariums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petite-foret-plus.md) - [Dinosaur-Themed Puzzle Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dinosaur-fossils-triceratops-skull.md) - [Interactive Fossil-Inspired Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-dinosaur-costume.md)