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Protoceratops
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Protoceratops was a herbivore (plant-eater)
that lived in Mongolia, during the late
Cretaceous period,
about 85 to 80 million years ago.
Protoceratops was up to 9 feet (2.7 meters) long,
although the average adult was about 6½ feet (2 meters)
long.
Although Protoceratops did not have horns, there was a
prominent bump in the middle of its snout, which seems
larger in older males, and may have been used in ritual
fights for mates.
Protoceratops probably spent most of its life on all fours,
but as its hind legs were longer than its front legs, most likely
could also walk upright on its rear legs.
The eggs and nests of Protoceratops were the first dinosaur
eggs and nests discovered. The nests were dug in sand and contained
up to 18 eggs, carefully laid in spirals, each egg being 8 inches (20 centimeters) long.
It is possible that the
fossilized
skeletons of
Protoceratops (and perhaps other beaked dinosaurs)
may have inspired the legend of the griffin. The griffin was said to be
mythical creature with the body of a lion, and the head and wings of an
eagle, that often guarded gold deposits. The theory, proposed by
Adrienne Mayor of Stanford is that the
fossilized
skeletons were found by Saka-Scythian nomads who are known to have
mined gold in Tien Shan and Altai Mountains of Central Asia, and that
they passed on the myth to the ancient Persians, Greeks and Romans.
Greek drinking horn (rhyton) in the shape of a griffin, c.350 BCE:
Protoceratops was a herbivore (plant-eater) that lived from 85 to 80 million years ago
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Protoceratops Facts
Here is a summary of some of the key facts about Protoceratops:
- Protoceratops was a genus of dinosaur.
- "Protoceratops" means "first horned face" (recognizing the fact it was one of the earliest ceatopsian dinosaurs with many primitive features).
- Protoceratops was a member of the Ornithischia ("bird-hipped") order of dinosaurs. What this means, is that although Protoceratops was not closely related to birds, it did have similarly shaped pelvic bones.
- Protoceratops was a Ceratopsian - a member of a group of related herbivorous (plant-eating) dinosaurs with beaks, many of which had neck frills and horns as well.
- Protoceratops lived between about 85 million years ago and 80 million years ago, during the late Cretaceous period.
- Protoceratops lived in Mongolia.
- Protoceratops was a herbivore (plant-eater).
- Protoceratops was typically about 6 feet (2 meters) long, although some animals grew as long as 9 feet (2.7 meters).
- Protoceratops weighed about 400 pounds (181 kilograms).
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Protoceratops Books
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By Janet Riehecky
Brand: Childs World
Released: September 1st, 1990
Library Binding (32 pages)
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Protoceratops : Dinosaurs Series- Manufacturer: The Childs World Inc
- Brand: Brand: Childs World
- ISBN: 0895656345
- EAN: 9780895656346
Details:- Product Category: Library Binding
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Janet Riehecky
- Publication Date: September 1st, 1990
- Release Date: September 1st, 1990
Physical Description:- Size: 10.0 inches by 8.25 inches by 0.25 inches
- Weight: 0.6 Pounds
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By Bernard Most
HMH Books for Young Readers
Released: March 1st, 1998
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Pair of Protoceratops- Manufacturer: HMH Books for Young Readers
- ISBN: 0152014438
- EAN: 9780152014438
Details:- Hardcover
- Edition: First Edition
- Number of Pages: 36
- Author: Bernard Most
- Publication Date: March 1st, 1998
- Release Date: March 1st, 1998
Physical Description:- Size: 8.75 inches by 7.25 inches by 0.5 inches
- Weight: 0.6 Pounds
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By Rupert Oliver
Rourke Pub Group
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Protoceratops (Dinosaur Lib Series)- Manufacturer: Rourke Pub Group
- ISBN: 0865922160
- EAN: 9780865922167
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- Edition: English Language
- Number of Pages: 21
- Author: Rupert Oliver
Physical Description:- Size: 10.75 inches by 8.0 inches by 0.5 inches
- Weight: 0.75 Pounds
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By Kimberley Jane Pryor
Cavendish Square Publishing
Released: January 30th, 2012
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Protoceratops (Discovering Dinosaurs)- Manufacturer: Cavendish Square
- Brand: Cavendish Square Publishing
- ISBN: 1608705382
- EAN: 9781608705382
Details:- Product Category: Library Binding
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Kimberley Jane Pryor
- Publication Date: January 30th, 2012
- Release Date: January 30th, 2012
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Protoceratops Toys
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Papo 55064- Figure - Protoceratops- Manufacturer: Papo
- Brand: Papo
- Model: 55064
- EAN: 3465000550646
- PartNumber: 55064
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 2.75 Inches by 5.9 Inches by 1.96 Inches
- Weight: 0.15 Pounds
- Color: Multicolor
Features:- STIMULATES IMAGINATION - PAPO figurines enable children to invent new stories every day. They help develop their curiosity and stimulate their imagination.
- LEARNING SUPPORT - Children aged 3 and over can discover the world around them through the many animals and characters, which provide a fun and comprehensive entertainment medium.
- EXTREMELY DETAILED - Papo offers ultra-realistic figurines for real immersion in each universe. The accuracy of the postures, the faithful reproduction of the animal and the attention to detail really bring the PAPO figurines to life!
- HAND PAINTED FIGURINES - All PAPO figures are hand painted to provide a very high level of detail and finish.
- FRENCH CREATION AND KNOW-HOW - All Papo creations are designed and developed in France, with the constant aim of providing a high quality play and learning medium.
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Jurassic World Attack Pack Protoceratops- Manufacturer: Mattel
- Brand: Mattel
- Model: FVJ92
- UPC: 887961660500
- EAN: 0887961660500
- PartNumber: FVJ92
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 6.25 inches by 2.3752 inches by 8.25 inches
- Weight: 0.220462262 pounds
- Color: Multicolor
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- Inspired by the movie, these Attack Pack dinosaurs are known to herd, hunt and attack in packs.
- Each figure includes five points of articulation, realistic sculpting and authentic decoration.
- Choose from Velociraptor Blue, Green Velociraptor, Dilophosaurus, Gallimimus and Dimorphodon.
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Beasts of the Mesozoic: Protoceratops Andrewsi - 1/6th Scale Dinosaur Action Figure - 12" Articulated Collectible Miniature, Hand-Painted- Manufacturer: Creative Beast Studio
- Brand: Beasts of the Mesozoic
- Model: 25113
- UPC: 623048251137
- EAN: 0623048251137
- PartNumber: 25113
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 4.25 inches by 10.25 inches by 6.5 inches
Features:- ARTICULATED FIGURE: This 1/6 scale action figure has 19 points of articulation. The solid articulation makes for some strong poses.
- HIGHLY-DETAILED: HAND PAINTED FIGURE: Measures 12" long and 5.5" tall. Detailed base with posing rod. Features detailed sculpting and intricate paintwork for a realistic look.
- SCIENTIFICALLY ACCURATE COLLECTIBLE: Includes full color background display insert and collector card. Exquisite dinosaur scale replicas that are based off of science and years of thorough research.
- CERATOPSIAN SERIES: During the Cretaceous Period, a group of dinos that were squat in stature but hugely powerful roamed the earth. The Ceratopsian group were mostly made up of large, herbivorous dinos that had beaks & horns.
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Jurassic World Toys Roar Attack Ouranosaurus Camp Cretaceous Dinosaur Figure with Movable Joints, Realistic Sculpting, Strike Feature & Sounds, Herbivore, Kids Gift 4 Years & Up- Manufacturer: Mattel
- Brand: Mattel
- Model: HBX38
- UPC: 194735004263
- EAN: 0194735004263
- PartNumber: HBX38
Details:- Product Category: Accessory
Physical Description:- Size: 5.0 inches by 5.0 inches by 5.0 inches
- Weight: 0.771617917 pounds
- Color: Multi_color
Features:- Be a part of thrilling action and adventure with Jurassic World Dino Escape with these action figures inspired by the dinosaurs of the animated series, Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous.
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JURASSIC WORLD ATTACK PACK Protoceratops- Manufacturer: Mattel
- Brand: Mattel
- Model: GCR45
- UPCs: 887961733280, 781490572863
- EANs: 0781490572863, 0887961733280
- PartNumber: GCR45
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 6.25 inches by 8.25 inches by 2.3752 inches
- Color: Multicolor
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Holztiger Protoceratops Toy Figure- Manufacturer: C & J Direct GmbH & Co. KG
- Brand: Holztiger
- Model: 80342
- EAN: 4013594803427
- PartNumber: 80342
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 1.57 inches by 4.33 Inches by 0.91 Inches
- Weight: 0.0881849048 pounds
- Color: Assorted Colours
Features:- Wooden figures are large and chunky with rounded edges, and no upper age limit for playing
- You can share with them and learned finger plays, songs or dance
- Tones and sounds are learned and imitated
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Jurassic World Toys Sound Strike Medium-size Dinosaur Figure, Strike Action, Sounds, Movable Joints, Ages 4 Years Old & Up- Manufacturer: Mattel
- Brand: Mattel
- Model: HBX34
- UPC: 194735004225
- EAN: 0194735004225
- PartNumber: HBX34
Details:- Product Category: Accessory
Physical Description:- Size: 5.51 Inches by 12.99 Inches by 3.54 Inches
- Weight: 1.10231131 pounds
- Color: Green
Features:- This medium-sized Jurassic World Sound Strike dinosaur action figure features realistic movement, attack moves and sounds!
- Activate the "Primal Attack" feature by moving the tail side to side or up and down for strike action (move both at the same time for realistic, animated movement).
- Any of these movements activates realistic dinosaur sounds!
- Realistic sculpting, movable joints, authentic color and texture makes the figure come alive!
- It's the perfect gift for ages 4 years old and up especially Jurassic World fans and those who love dinosaurs and action play!
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