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Triceratops
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Triceratops was a herbivore (plant-eater) that lived in the late
Cretaceous period,
about 72 to 65 million years ago,
Triceratops was one of the
dinosaurs that died out in the Cretaceous-Tertiary
extinction
65 million years ago.
Triceratops was about 30 feet (9.1 meters) long, 10 feet (3 meters) tall,
and weighed up to 11 tons. Its skull alone (including the neck frill) was
over 6 feet (1.8 meters) long.
Hundreds of Triceratops
fossils were first found in
the late 19th century by famous American fossil-hunters,
Othniel C. Marsh
and
Barnum Brown.
Marsh chose the name Triceratops in 1889, and it means
"three horned face".
Because of the number of fossils found, and the fact that they are often
found together,
Triceratops is thought to have been a common dinosaur, that lived in herds.
The three horns on its face were probably used for protection. The neck
frill, being solid bone, gave further protection.
There were at least 15 different species of Triceratops, and some species
had bony knobs set around the frill, which offered further protection still.
Many Triceratops skulls show damage to the horns or the frills. This has
led some scientists to suggest that Triceratops may have had sparring
contests by locking horns and pushing with the head
shield, in a similar way to how male deer spar today. The use of the horns
as a weapon, would probably have limited to use against real enemies such
as
Tyrannosaurus Rex.
Triceratops has been designated the official state dinosaur of
Wyoming,
since
1994.
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Triceratops was a herbivore (plant-eater) that lived from 72 to 65 million years ago
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Triceratops Facts
Here is a summary of some of the key facts about Triceratops:
- Triceratops was a genus of dinosaur.
- "Triceratops" means "three horned face". This name was chosen by Othniel C. Marsh in 1889.
- Triceratops was a member of the Ornithischia ("bird-hipped") order of dinosaurs. What this means, is that although Triceratops was not closely related to birds, it did have similarly shaped pelvic bones.
- Triceratops 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.
- Triceratops lived between about 72 million years ago and 65 million years ago, during the late Cretaceous period.
- Triceratops was one of the dinosaurs which died out during the Cretaceous-Tertiary mass extinction at the end of the Mesozoic Era.
- Triceratops lived in North America.
- Triceratops was a herbivore (plant-eater).
- Triceratops was about 30 feet (9.1 meters) long, and about 10 feet (3 meters) tall.
- Triceratops weighed about 11 tons.
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Triceratops Toys
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Playskool
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Click Here | - Soft and snuggly, this baby dinosaur figure comes to “life” when you pet his back to wake him up
- Even though he looks tough, his soft "skin" will have you cuddling up with him all day long
- Dinosaur figure comes to "life" with realistic dino roars and movements figure comes with discovery sheet
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- Made in compliance with all safety regulations
- With the Schleich-S tag, symbol for the highest quality
Product Description:
The Schleich Toys Triceratops figure is a perfect addition to your Schleich collection. The Schleich Toys Triceratops is a beautifully detailed hand painted part of the Schleich Toys Replica Saurus collection. |
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Playskool
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Click Here | - Baby dinosaur hatchling figure comes to ¿life¿ with realistic dino roars and movement
- Soft and snuggly
- He roars like a real dino hatchling
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Click Here | - Animatronic, life-size baby dinosaur stands over 3 feet tall and comes to “life” with realistic sounds and motion!
- Plays 4 different adventure-themed tunes for immersed, make-believe fun!
- Dinosaur figure comes with leafy snack and instructions
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Loaded with cutting-edge animatronics features, Kota is a lifelike pet from the past. Kota will quickly become your preschooler's best friend, and his realistic features will leave kids in awe! Measuring over 40" long, tots can sit on Kota for some rompin' stompin' dino adventures. A hidden handle and spring-loaded seat provide a fun and safe ride. Kota's tail, head, eyes, horns and mouth are animated, and he comes with a fun music mode so riders can trounce along to dino songs. When he's hungry, kids can feed him special leaves and he'll be happy. Kota measures 21"L x 44"W x 28"H. Requires six "D" batteries, not included. Holds up to 60 lbs. |
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Wild Republic
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Click Here | - Licensed by the Natural History Museum and approved by NHM Paleontologists.
- Truly Realistic Dinosuar lets kids learn and they play.
Product Description:
These stuffed animals have realistically adorable faces, highly detailed designs and quality fabric. |
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Webkinz Triceratops |
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Click Here | - The Wild Safari hand-painted, authentic, and affordable animal replicas stimulate creative play.
- A color-coded 5-language educational hang tag is included with each replica.
Product Description:
The Wild Safari series was developed with the younger child in mind. Child friendly designs stimulate the imagination and create a curiosity of the world we live in. Intricately detailed, hand-painted and phthalate free. Each replica comes with 5 language educational information. This entire line also includes a color-coded leg tag for in store price points. Wild Safari Dinos Triceratops Replica Size: 7" L x 3" H Ages 3+ |
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Schleich
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This Triceratops is a great figure made by Schleich. He spends most of his time foraging for good plants to eat, but occasionally must protect himself from carnivorous dinosaurs. The light blue coloring of this dinosaur is extremely rare, making it a great model for a collection. From the Manufacturer: As a manufacturer of toys we carry a special responsibility towards parents and children. It is our aim to constantly live up to the image of a developer and supplier of top quality products with an educational aspect. Our products are being developed with the assistance of parents, teachers and children and are therefore especially designed for children's hands. |
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Playmobil
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The Playmobil Triceratops with Baby features an "active" volcano with a cave and secret hiding place, which can also "blow up" and send rocks flying with the simple push of a button. With 2 dinosaurs ready to call the cave home, the set also features 2 scientist explorers and their supplies for analyzing and examining the dinosaurs. These scientists even stumble upon a dinosaur skeleton you can help them assemble! Play time will really explode with fun! |
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Click Here | - Learn about dinosaurs and their environment
- Learn while having fun
- Display your creation
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Dinoworks is a fascinating, educational and fun-filled kit that will show you what it is like to be a paleontologist in the field. Imagine you are a paleontologist and have unearthed the bones that you cast from Dinoworks. You are there from the moment the first bone is found to the thrilling finale of the unveiling of the entire skeleton on display. In the end you will have constructed your own Triceratops skeleton with casting material, molds and paint, and learned about paleontology in the illustrated educational booklet included with your kit. Glue and magnets are provided to display your creation. |
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Triceratops Books
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By David A. Adler
Puffin
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Click Here | - ISBN13: 9780142402061
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The Cam Jansen series is perfect for young readers who are making the transition to chapter books. The first ten books in the series have received updated covers, bringing new life to these perennial bestsellers. Now the series redesign continues with five more books, giving Cam a cool, modern look! |
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By Rex Stone
Scholastic Paperbacks
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Tom and Jamie can't believe their luck when they find a secret entrance to a prehistoric world filled with dinosaurs! The boys return to the dinosaur world looking for adventure. But they get a little more than they bargained for when a herd of triceratops charges right through their lunch! It looks like there's only one way to avoid getting squashed: they'll have to hitch a ride on a dinosaur. |
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Two very distinctive dinosaurs pair up in this book to offer hours of craft-making glee. Parents will jump at the opportunity to give their children a gift that kids will love, and that actually develops valuable reasoning and motor control skills. |
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By Beverley Randell
Rigby
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By Elaine Landau
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Describes the characteristics and probable behavior of this three-horned dinosaur, as well as theories about its extinction. |
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By Michael William Skrepnick
Enslow Elementary
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By Dawn Bentley
Soundprints
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The Prehistoric forest can be a very dangerous place for a young Triceratops. That's why he always travels with his herd. But when Triceratops is left behind, he suddenly find himself alone and helpless! Will Triceratops find his herd? Includes a tear-out poster and read-along CD. |
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By Golden Books
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Released: 2010-08-10
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By Sarah Creese
Make Believe Ideas
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By Robert T. Bakker
Turtleback Books Distributed by Demco Media
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Tyrannosaurus rex was the biggest, baddest bone-crunchingest meat-eater of its time, right? And every other dinosaur was afraid of it, right? Wrong! There was one animal that scared even the mighty T. rex. It’s name? Triceratops maximus—a 100% plant-eating veggie-saur that scientists have been arguing about for over 70 years. World renowned paleontologist Dr. Robert T. Bakker examines this fascinating fossil—and the controversy surrounding it—in an easy-to-read format that young dinophiles will devour. |
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