Anchiceratops
Order: Ornithischia · Suborder: Marginocephalia · Infraorder: Ceratopsia · Family: Ceratopsidae
Anchiceratops was discovered in Alberta, Canada. Its massive head was crowned by a horny beak and three horns. A long bony frill covered its shoulders.
Reference background: Natural History Museum, London — Dinosaurs; Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History — Dinosaurs; American Museum of Natural History — Dinosaurs & Fossils. Figures are typical published ranges; taxonomy follows the source era and modern consensus is noted where it differs. See our sources & fact-check policy.
Frequently asked questions
What does Anchiceratops mean?
The name Anchiceratops means “Similar Horned Face”. It is pronounced ANG-kee-sair-a-tops.
Was Anchiceratops a carnivore or a herbivore?
Anchiceratops was a herbivore.
How big was Anchiceratops?
Anchiceratops was about 16 feet (4.9 meters) long, around 7 feet (2.1 meters) tall.
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