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Styracosaurus

Known for Horn Display

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Basic Information
Physical Characteristics
Classification
Facts
Scientific Data

Historical Context
Scientific Classification
Behavioral Characteristics
Basic Info
Characteristics
Evaluation
Alternatives
FAQ

Basic Information

Diet Type 🥩

"Primary feeding behavior and dietary preferences of the dinosaur, indicating whether it was a meat-eater, plant-eater, or had a mixed diet"

Herbivore

Describes dinosaurs that exclusively ate plants and vegetation Click to see all.
Scientific Name 🦖

Unique formal name given to each dinosaur species which includes genus and species designation,Used for taxonomic identification and classification in scientific literature

Styracosaurus Albertensis

A horned dinosaur with elaborate spikes around its neck frill Click to see all.

Physical Characteristics

Length 📏

"Maximum recorded length of the dinosaur from head to tail"

5.5 meters

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Length Type 📏

"Classification of dinosaur size based on total length"

Medium (3-10M)

Medium-sized dinosaurs between 3 and 10 meters in length Click to see all.
Distinguishing Features 🦄

Key physical characteristics that make the dinosaur species unique,Important for identification and classification

Horned Frill

Long Nose Horn

These dinosaurs featured prominent horns on their snouts for defense and display Click to see all.

Multiple Spikes

These dinosaurs featured numerous defensive spikes across their bodies Click to see all.

Classification

For whom 👩

Target audience interested in this dinosaur species

Museum Curators

Dinosaurs that make effective museum specimens Click to see all.
Purpose 📚

Primary purposes and uses of studying this dinosaur

Scientific Research

Dinosaurs that provide valuable data for various scientific studies Click to see all.

Educational Programs

Dinosaurs well-suited for teaching paleontology and prehistoric life Click to see all.

Facts

Interesting Fact 🧐

Fascinating scientific or historical information about the dinosaur

Had 6 long horns projecting from its neck frill
Sarcastic Fact 🤣

Humorous or ironic observation about the dinosaur

Spent more time on horn maintenance than eating

Scientific Data

Fossil Completeness 🦴

Rating of how complete the fossil record is for this dinosaur

9

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Research Value 🔬

Rating of the scientific importance and research potential

8

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Educational Value 📚

Rating of the dinosaur's value for educational purposes

9

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Public Interest 👥

Rating of general public interest and popularity

8

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Score ⭐

Overall rating combining various scoring attributes

8.5

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Historical Context

Time Period 🕗

"Geological time period during which the dinosaur existed, helping place it in Earth's prehistoric timeline"

Late Cretaceous

Dinosaurs that lived during the final period before extinction Click to see all.
Discovery Location 🌍

Geographic location where the first fossils of the dinosaur species were found,Important for understanding paleobiogeography and fossil distribution

Alberta Canada

Describes dinosaurs discovered in the rich fossil beds of Alberta, Canada Click to see all.

Scientific Classification

Family Classification 🦕

Scientific family classification that groups related dinosaur genera,Important for understanding evolutionary relationships

Ceratopsidae

Ceratopsids were horned, frilled dinosaurs adapted for both defense and display Click to see all.

Behavioral Characteristics

Social Behavior 🐣

Known or strongly theorized social behaviors and interactions within the species,Based on fossil evidence and comparative analysis

Herding

Dinosaurs that lived and moved together in groups for protection and social interaction Click to see all.

Basic Info

Made In Date 🕒

The geological period when the dinosaur existed

Late Cretaceous

Late Cretaceous dinosaurs showcase peak dinosaur diversity before extinction Click to see all.
Made In 🌎

The geographical locations where fossils of this dinosaur were discovered

North America

Dinosaurs discovered in North America showcase unique adaptations to the continent's diverse environments Click to see all.

Evaluation

Pros ✅

Advantages and positive aspects of studying this dinosaur

Well-Preserved Fossils

Distinctive Appearance

These dinosaurs stand out with unique physical features that make them easily recognizable Click to see all.
Cons ❌

Disadvantages and challenges in studying this dinosaur

Limited Mobility

Complex Horn Care

Alternatives to Styracosaurus

Known for Defense Mechanism

📏 is longer than Styracosaurus

Known for Complex Head Crest

📏 is longer than Styracosaurus

Known for Defensive Capabilities

📏 is longer than Styracosaurus

🔬 is more researched than Styracosaurus

📚 is more educational than Styracosaurus

👥 is more popular than Styracosaurus

⭐ is rated higher than Styracosaurus

Known for Longest Dinosaur

📏 is longer than Styracosaurus

Known for Armored Defense

📏 is longer than Styracosaurus

⭐ is rated higher than Styracosaurus

Pachycephalosaurus

Known for Head-Butting Behavior

Parasaurolophus

Known for Sound Communication

📏 is longer than Styracosaurus

👥 is more popular than Styracosaurus

Known for Ancestral Ceratopsian

Known for Super Giant

📏 is longer than Styracosaurus

🔬 is more researched than Styracosaurus

👥 is more popular than Styracosaurus

⭐ is rated higher than Styracosaurus

Known for Duck-Billed Dinosaur Adaptations

📏 is longer than Styracosaurus

FAQ about Styracosaurus

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