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Why Triceratops had those giant horns

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Those massive facial horns weren't entirely built for violently stabbing rivals. They were overwhelmingly used to casually show off to totally unimpressed females, much like an outrageously expensive ridiculous hat.

Why Triceratops had those giant horns
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