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)
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Triceratops (Triceratops)
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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