{"product_id":"1-2-scale-wall-mountable-skull-half-skull-juvenile-triceratops-skull-copy","title":"1:2 Scale, (50cm)  Juvenile Triceratops Skull","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"498\" data-start=\"224\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"236\" data-start=\"224\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Juvenile \u003cem data-end=\"268\" data-start=\"246\"\u003eTriceratops horridus\u003c\/em\u003e – an iconic Late Cretaceous ceratopsian, known for its elaborate frill and three-horned face. This juvenile skull replica captures the transitional features of a young individual during a critical stage of growth and development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"542\" data-start=\"500\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"517\" data-start=\"500\"\u003eSkull Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:2 Scale (50cm) desktop collectible scale based on a 100cm Juvenile skull.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"603\" data-start=\"544\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"560\" data-start=\"544\"\u003eTime Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late Cretaceous (~68–66 million years ago)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"802\" data-start=\"605\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"628\" data-start=\"605\"\u003eDiscovery Location:\u003c\/strong\u003e Based on specimens from the Hell Creek Formation, Montana, USA—a world-renowned fossil site that has yielded some of the best-preserved juvenile ceratopsid material to date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1320\" data-start=\"804\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"814\" data-start=\"804\"\u003eSkull:\u003c\/strong\u003e This \u003cstrong data-end=\"921\" data-start=\"897\"\u003emuseum-grade replica\u003c\/strong\u003e faithfully captures detailed anatomy of a juvenile \u003cem data-end=\"990\" data-start=\"977\"\u003eTriceratops\u003c\/em\u003e skull. It includes characteristic features such as a short, shallow beak, developing brow horns, a narrow snout, with substantial areas of the skull yet to fuse—hallmarks of immature ceratopsids. The surface texture replicates fossil bone, complete with subtle sutures and wear consistent with juvenile individuals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1916\" data-start=\"1322\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1343\" data-start=\"1322\"\u003eScientific Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Juvenile \u003cem data-end=\"1366\" data-start=\"1353\"\u003eTriceratops\u003c\/em\u003e are crucial for understanding ceratopsian growth and skull transformation. Studies suggest that the horns and frill changed dramatically throughout ontogeny—starting small and curved in juveniles, then lengthening and changing orientation in adults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2146\" data-start=\"1918\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1930\" data-start=\"1918\"\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mounted for secure, upright presentation on a bespoke steel stand. The dynamic display angle showcases the frill, rostral beak, and horn growth—ideal for educational use, museum exhibits, or private collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2321\" data-start=\"2148\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2159\" data-start=\"2148\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Realistic fossil bone texture with a hand-applied weathered patina. Custom coloration available upon request (e.g., Hell Creek tan-gray, darkened sutures, etc.).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2471\" data-start=\"2323\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2336\" data-start=\"2323\"\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e HALF SKULL, wall mountable, the non-viewable side is flat. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2693\" data-start=\"2473\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DINOSAUR SKELETONS","offers":[{"title":"1:2 scale (50cm)Skull","offer_id":53926659064135,"sku":null,"price":600.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0828\/2288\/9799\/files\/602299a9-af0e-4b2a-ba0c-678ea4aefd2e.jpg?v=1778923808","url":"https:\/\/dinosaurskeletons.co.uk\/products\/1-2-scale-wall-mountable-skull-half-skull-juvenile-triceratops-skull-copy","provider":"DINOSAUR SKELETONS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}