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Triceratops was a quadruped, meaning that it walked on all four legs. They weren't built for speed, but that doesn't mean they were slow. Triceratops did have a special ability to quickly rotate, which was useful in defending itself against predators like Tyrannosaurus.

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How does the triceratops size and features help him to adapt to his environment?

They were a slow animal, so it used its horns to defend itself.


Was triceratops's fast or slow?

Triceratops was a quadruped, meaning that it walked on all four legs. They weren't designed for speed, but that doesn't mean they couldn't travel rapidly for short bursts, similar to elephants. Triceratops also had a special ability to quickly rotate, which was useful in defending itself against predators like Tyrannosaurus.


What dinosaur has 3 horns?

The dinosaur with three horns is called the "Triceratops". It is a large plant eater with a frill protecting it's neck. The Triceratops uses the horns for spearing plants, and as weapons to protect itself from predators.


What were the names of the 16 types of triceratops?

There were only two species of Triceratops. They were Triceratops horridus and Triceratops prorsus.


Is a triceratops a fossil?

No. A triceratops is a dinosaur.


What is the locomotion for triceratops?

Triceratops was primarily a quadrupedal dinosaur, meaning it walked on all four limbs. Its sturdy legs and large body allowed it to support its weight and move effectively across various terrains. Although it was capable of short bursts of speed, Triceratops was generally a slow-moving herbivore, using its strong legs to navigate its environment while foraging for plants.


Was a triceratops a herbivore?

Yes - Triceratops was an herbivore.


What did triceratops live?

The triceratops lived in Argentina.


Where did triceratops roam?

An triceratops roam in europe


Are triceratops slow or fast?

Neither. Triceratops are extinct. From fossilised footprints it is estimated they walked slowly, about 3 km/hour. (We do about 5 km/hour). Running speed estimates vary but some people think they were capable of running at up to 45 km/hour.


How much did a triceratops weigh?

How much do triceratops weigh?


Why are the triceratops endangered?

Triceratops are definitely not endangered they are EXTINCT!