Dad aims to make viral dino roar

Monday 24 February 2020

A Guernsey dad who went viral after accidentally buying a giant dinosaur for his son online is now looking to bring the beast to life with the help of an electrician.

After a journey which captured the imagination of many people last month, the story of Chaz the Carnotaur has continued to travel around the world, as the dinosaur has continued to settle into life at Andre Bisson's home.

Having started a strong friendship with Mr Bisson's son, Theo, the youngster has started to ask why the dinosaur, which originally hails from Jersey, hasn't yet woken up.

“After everything it took to get Chaz here I thought my work was done - he just about fits in the garden and we’re all fond of the fearsome looking fella," Mr Bisson said.

Pictured: Mr Bisson's 'accidental' purchase went viral online, as the story was picked up by the Lad Bible.

“But then Theo said he’d seen footage of the dino moving and roaring on his former owner’s website and I must admit I panicked a bit when he asked why Chaz was asleep and not moving - so I told him dinosaurs like Chaz hibernate until the summer. 

“Now I’m on a deadline and need help to find an expert who can help him find his voice and wake up - he can’t stay in hibernation forever, and we have seven mega boxes of fish fingers in the freezer ready to feed him when he wakes!”

Mr Bisson is appealing for anyone who knows a company that can help to supply the converter box and equipment to get in touch. 

Pictured: Tamba Park's dinos were up for grabs from £250 to £2,500.

“I don’t even know where to start to be honest - it’s a specialist area and I live on a very small island. It’ll be summer before we know it and I can’t let my little boy down, that just can’t and will not happen!”

Chaz originally lived Tamba Park, but was one of many dinosaurs to be put up for sale after owners of the family attraction decided to close it for good amid plans to turn it into a hemp farm.

Pictured top: Chaz the dinosaur and Theo.