Ceratops
Order: Ornithischia · Suborder: Marginocephalia · Infraorder: Ceratopsia · Family: Ceratopsidae
Fragmentary remains, a pair of small brow horns anda three-horned head, were found in Montana and Colorado. The status of this dinosaur remains doubtful, as its remains may prove to be that of Chasmosaurus.
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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 Ceratops mean?
The name Ceratops means “Horned Face”. It is pronounced SAIR-uh-tops.
When did Ceratops live?
Ceratops lived during the Late Cretaceous.
Was Ceratops a carnivore or a herbivore?
Ceratops was a herbivore.
How big was Ceratops?
Ceratops was about 24.6 feet (7.5 meters) long.
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