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| DinosaurMichael | Sep 15 2012, 10:32 PM Post #1 |
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Apex Predator
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Triceratops horridus Triceratops ( /traɪˈsɛrətɒps/ try-serr-ə-tops) is a genus of herbivorous ceratopsid dinosaur which lived during the late Maastrichtian stage of the Late Cretaceous Period, around 68 to 65 million years ago (Mya) in what is now North America. It was one of the last dinosaur genera to appear before the great Cretaceous–Paleogene extinction event. The term Triceratops, which literally means "three-horned face," is derived from the Greek τρί- (tri-) meaning "three", κέρας (kéras) meaning "horn", and ὤψ (ops) meaning "face". Bearing a large bony frill and three horns on its large four-legged body, and conjuring similarities with the modern rhinoceros, Triceratops is one of the most recognizable of all dinosaurs and the best known ceratopsid. It shared the landscape with and was preyed upon by the fearsome Tyrannosaurus, though it is less certain that the two did battle in the manner often depicted in traditional museum displays and popular images. The exact placement of the Triceratops genus within the ceratopsid group has been debated by paleontologists. Two species, T. horridus and T. prorsus, are considered valid although many other species have been named. Recent research suggests that the contemporaneous Torosaurus, a ceratopsid long regarded as a separate genus, actually represents Triceratops in its mature form. Triceratops has been documented by numerous remains collected since the genus was first described in 1889, including at least one complete individual skeleton. Paleontologist John Scannella observed: "It is hard to walk out into the Hell Creek Formation and not stumble upon a Triceratops weathering out of a hillside." Forty-seven complete or partial skulls were discovered in just that area during the decade 2000–2010. Specimens representing life stages from hatchling to adult have been found. The function of the frills and three distinctive facial horns has long inspired debate. Traditionally these have been viewed as defensive weapons against predators. More recent theories, noting the presence of blood vessels in the skull bones of ceratopsids, find it more probable that these features were primarily used in identification, courtship and dominance displays, much like the antlers and horns of modern reindeer, mountain goats, or rhinoceros beetles. The theory finds additional support if Torosaurus represents the mature form of Triceratops, as this would mean the frill also developed holes (fenestrae) as individuals reached maturity, rendering the structure more useful for display than defense. Individual Triceratops are estimated to have reached about 7.9 to 9.0 m (26.0–29.5 ft) in length, 2.9 to 3.0 m (9.5–9.8 ft) in height, and 6.1–12.0 tonnes (13,000–26,000 lb) in weight. The most distinctive feature is their large skull, among the largest of all land animals. The largest known skull (specimen BYU 12183) is estimated to have been 2.5 metres (8.2 ft) in length when complete, and could reach almost a third of the length of the entire animal. It bore a single horn on the snout, above the nostrils, and a pair of horns approximately 1 m (3 ft) long, with one above each eye. To the rear of the skull was a relatively short, bony frill, adorned with epoccipitals in some specimens. Most other ceratopsids had large fenestrae in their frills, while those of Triceratops were noticeably solid. The skin of Triceratops was unusual compared to other dinosaurs. Skin impressions from an as-yet undescribed specimen show that some species may have been covered in bristle-like structures, similar to the more primitive ceratopsian Psittacosaurus. ![]() Albertosaurus sarcophagus (pack of 3) Albertosaurus is a genus of tyrannosaurid theropod dinosaur that lived in western North America during the Late Cretaceous Period, more than 70 million years ago. The type species, A. sarcophagus, was apparently restricted in range to the modern-day Canadian province of Alberta, after which the genus is named. Scientists disagree on the content of the genus, with some recognizing Gorgosaurus libratus as a second species.As a tyrannosaurid, Albertosaurus was a bipedal predator with tiny, two-fingered hands and a massive head with dozens of large, sharp teeth. It may have been at the top of the food chain in its local ecosystem. Although relatively large for a theropod, Albertosaurus was much smaller than its more famous relative Tyrannosaurus, probably weighing less than 2 metric tons. ![]() _______________________________________________________________________________
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| FireCrown | Sep 16 2012, 03:53 AM Post #16 |
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Felines,Ursids,and Canid
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true but I think one alberto would be dead |
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| DinosaurMichael | Sep 16 2012, 03:54 AM Post #17 |
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Apex Predator
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From seeing the scale that Fragillimus335 posted. I think the 3 Albertosaurus has what it takes to win. I vote for them, even though 1 will likely die. |
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| Fishfreak | Sep 19 2012, 12:15 AM Post #18 |
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Friend of the fish
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I'd put my money on the albertosaurs after seeing the scale, it won't be easy though but they should be able to kill it
Edited by Fishfreak, Sep 19 2012, 12:16 AM.
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| Mauro20 | Dec 1 2012, 12:35 AM Post #19 |
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Badass
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You're right. |
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| Taipan | Apr 14 2013, 08:53 PM Post #20 |
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Would it differ much from this matchup? |
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| Ausar | Apr 14 2013, 10:34 PM Post #21 |
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Xi-miqa-can! Xi-miqa-can! Xi-miqa-can!
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Edited by Ausar, May 28 2014, 06:05 AM.
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| Carcharadon | Apr 14 2013, 11:31 PM Post #22 |
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Shark Toothed Reptile
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The albertosaurs could dodge the tricera's attacks and can inflict multiple wounds on it with their bites, but I would favor triceratops here more often than not, since one blow from its horns could easily take out one albertosaurus (though if it can catch it). |
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| thesporerex | Sep 2 2013, 09:54 AM Post #23 |
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Kleptoparasite
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albertosaurus wins 65% of the time, they would be too agile and too quick for the ceratopsian. |
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| Makaveli7 | Sep 2 2013, 03:04 PM Post #24 |
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Heterotrophic Organism
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I imagine they lose a member or two, then quit the fight. Albertosaurus did hunt ceratopsians I'm betting, and did so in trios or more, but the ceratopsians they hunted were smaller than triceratops. If Triceratops is 9-10 meters I think it wins. Edited by Makaveli7, Sep 2 2013, 03:04 PM.
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| vegetarian | May 28 2014, 01:58 AM Post #25 |
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Herbivore
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Albertosaurus |
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| dino-ken | May 28 2014, 06:36 AM Post #26 |
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Herbivore
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We already have a fossil similar to this match up - it's called the Montana Dueling Dinosaurs. While the tyrannosaur is believed to be a Nanotyrannus, instead of Albertosaurus. And the Ceratopsian is believed to be an unknown yet described species of chasmosaurine ceratopsian. The point is the Ceratopsian is the size of an adult Trike. And estimates for the Nanotyrannus range from a low of 6 meters to a high of 9 meters(likely an overestimate). So this fossil could easily be used to represent how this match would unfold. Basically - while the Trike would likely kill at least 1 Albertosaurus. The pack of Albertosaurus could still win the match up by killing the trike. |
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| Hatzegopteryx | May 28 2014, 06:59 AM Post #27 |
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Unicellular Organism
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Assuming they're face to face, I believe the ceratopsian would kill one first, meaning the other two will have a harder time at killing it. Pretty even match. |
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| Megasaurus | Dec 29 2016, 02:54 AM Post #28 |
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Heterotrophic Organism
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6-12t dinosaur vs 2 tons dinosaurs 6t Triceratops 50/50 12t triceratops wins easy |
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| MarlinMan133 | Jul 6 2018, 11:03 AM Post #29 |
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Autotrophic Organism
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Albert stomp despite being smaller they are faster and have gnarly bite. |
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