Triceratops Frill

Name: Triceratops Frill
Brand: My Store
SKU: 3375
Price: 520.0 USD
Availability: InStock

$520.00

$650.00

Description

This is an incredible piece of Triceratops frill, with a fused epoccipital and very deep, stunning blood grooves and nutrient holes, or fenestrae (openings or holes typically in bone). The size of the nutrient holes indicate this specimen would most likely have come from a mature adult. This appealing section of frill was used to protect the animal from predators such as the Tyrannosaurus rex. As Triceratops is one of the most well known dinosaurs, fossils belonging to it are sought after by collectors and anyone with a fascination for dinosaurs. This specimen does not disappoint— coming with a display stand, it is ready to be displayed in your collection.

The Triceratops, lived during the Late Cretaceous period, approximately 68 to 66 million years ago. This herbivorous species is distinguished by its large body, strong legs, and three prominent facial horns - one on the nose and one above each eye. The most striking feature of Triceratops is its large skull, which includes a solid frill at the back. This frill, combined with the horns, was likely used for defense against predators, such as Tyrannosaurus rex , as well as for display and species recognition among other Triceratops. Fossil evidence indicates that these dinosaurs could grow up to 30 feet in length and weigh between 6 to 12 tons. Their teeth were arranged in groups that formed a constantly replaced battery, ideal for their diet of fibrous plants. Triceratops fossils are among the most abundant for any dinosaur, making it a key species for understanding the Late Cretaceous period.