Physical Characteristics: Habitat: Interesting Facts: The name ‘Triceratops’ is a mix of Greek syllables: “tri” meaning “three”, “kèras” meaning “horn” and “ops” meaning “face”. The horns and frills were used for display and combat to attract mates, intimidate rivals and fight other Ceratopsians.
Triceratops (Triceratops)
Triceratops (Triceratops)
Michelle Maldonado
Phenotype: 8-9m long, 2-3m tall, 6-12 tons.
Time Range: Late Cretaceous
Interesting facts: Horns and frills used for display and combat, attracting mates, intimidating rivals and fighting predators.
Graphic by Bilexis Casado
Physical Characteristics: Habitat: Interesting Facts: The name ‘Triceratops’ is a mix of Greek syllables: “tri” meaning “three”, “kèras” meaning “horn” and “ops” meaning “face”. The horns and frills were used for display and combat to attract mates, intimidate rivals and fight other Ceratopsians. read more