In the US state of Colorado on the construction site found remains of triceratops in the age of 66 million years. Scientists suggest that this may be one of the best-preserved skeletons, reports LEAGA with reference to The Washington Post.

The discovery was made last Friday, but information about him was made public only now due to fears that the bones will be stolen. Now the site is guarded round the clock by policemen.

It is noted that the fossils were found on a site consisting mainly of loose sand, which will facilitate rapid excavations.

It is believed that most triceratops weigh more than six tons and were about 3 meters in height and about 10 meters in length. Scientists believe that herbivores slowly moved, making them easy prey for larger meat eaters, especially the giant tyrannosaurus.

"Despite the fact that we have hundreds of triceratops from the American West, we only have three good skulls. And this can be one of the best skeletons, "said curator of the Denver Nature and Science Museum Joe Sertic.