Triceratops on tour
This summer, you can admire our five Triceratops separately in five cities across the Netherlands.
A member of the herd will come to you!
The natural history museums and public libraries of Maastricht, Tilburg, Delft, Haarlem and Leeuwarden are preparing for the arrival of these prehistoric guests. In collaboration with these partners, we will ensure that young and old, from north to south, can come face to face with a Triceratops.
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Learn moreabout Triceratops
Find out all about Triceratops and the herd at Naturalis, from the lives of these magnificent animals to the reconstruction of the skeletons at Naturalis. What did Triceratops look like? And what kind of environment did they live in? How did Naturalis manage to be the first museum in the world to excavate an entire herd?
Our expertsmake it possible
At Naturalis, we pool the expertise of scientists and experts from various fields, from field researchers braving the elements to preparators carefully uncovering bones. For every step, from discovery to presentation, our experts are the driving force, bringing the richness of biodiversity to life in a special way.
Triceratops TVLights, camera, action!
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From fascinating talks with experts to adventurous field vlogs and the most frequently asked dinosaur questions – here, you will find everything you need to increase your knowledge about Triceratops and their era.
Boer Borisen de dino
This year Naturalis is all about Triceratops. 'Boer Boris en de dino' is the picture book that fits in seamlessly with this.
A new adventure with Farmer Boris
Farmer Boris, the Netherlands' most famous farmer, discovers something extraordinary. As he is ploughing his land, his plough gets stuck. What could be the problem? To their surprise, Farmer Boris, Berend and Sam find a giant bone in the ploughshare! Together, they set out for adventure and start digging. Soon, they discover a hundred bones, complete with a skull. It turns out to be an actual Triceratops! Farmer Boris quickly decides to call Naturalis.
