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Geldryn Murqkel
Physiology:
Bat-like in appearance, they carry further elongated limbs and a vague humanoid shape when stretched. Their arms are long and thin, their fingers stretching out and connected by a thin web like membrane. This membrane is what creates the wing of the Murqkel, allowing them to fly and glide with ease. They carry small sharp nails at the ends of their fingers, allowing them to grasp objects, as well. Their legs are free of such webbing, allowing them to move their legs quickly. They carry claws at the ends of their feet to allow them to not only grasp on the ceiling of caves, and their prey. Their colors range from brown to black, with the hair on their head ranging from dark blondes to dark black. They carry very large and rounded eyes, allowing for sight in low light environments and in the aid of finding quick moving objects. They have large ears, giving them the advantage of hearing low frequencies emitted by various animals and hearing the sound waves bouncing off the walls. Their spine extends into a short tail, which they use to guide their flight. They are the largest of the Murqkel, reaching to a maximum wingspan of 3ft and a height of 2ft.
Mutation (Optional):
A mutation or change between the species can include a larger wingspan or odd pattern on their wings. Very very rarely will a Murqkel be albino. It may be more common to be born without a limb, than with albinism. A larger wingspan will affect the width or the size of the membrane, sometimes stretching towards the thighs of the creature.
Sexual Dimorphism (Optional):
There's no major change between the sexes, though one change would be that males carry a scruff of hair at their chest and neck, making them look puffed.
Climate:
Often favoring more humid environments, they avoid harsh colds and may be found in cooler regions, should they have a comfortable home. They’ll be most likely found in the Mediterranean and coastal areas with a high abundance of fruit.
Habitat:
Found more often in the southern forests, they dwell in cavern and cave opening. They may dwell in damp areas such as barns and towers, often times stowing away their food supplies there. Due to the loss of echolocation, they do not venture deep into the dark recesses of caves, but are still able to see in low light environments. Requiring some light to be able to see, they often times hang from tall trees and in small alcoves.
Diet:
They feed off nectar and fruit, many times preferring the fruit. They’ll store them in damp areas, allowing them to ferment or reach peak maturity before eating it. Though many times, leaving fruit to ferment would cause the same reaction of intoxication as it would a human, leaving a dizzy or nauseated Murqkel to wait out the effect. They possess a long tongue in order to be able to lick the nectar from the flower.
Behaviour:
Social creatures with the others of it’s kind, they are often times swarming when finding fruit. They often times will pair up in groups of two or three to scrounge for fruits when rations start to run low. The Murqkel often times nestle to each other in the colder temperatures, seemingly embracing the other in the harsh temperatures. This embrace is often times called ‘furling’. They dwell on the ceilings of caves and other such low light environments, making them wary of bright lights and heavy movements. These creatures often times flee at the sight of people, and are heavily protective of their young. Should a human come close to their young, often times they respond with a more violent attitude, usually swooping down and clawing at the face or arms of a person. When two Murqkel breed, they are often times partners for life. They will nearly, if not always be seen swarming with average fruit bats as well, though the difference in sizes and facial structure giving them away. They treat fruit bats as their own, finding solace in their company and communicating with them through the high pitched squeaks they emit. Though this species of Murqkel does not use echolocation, they still use the calls to attract other Murqkel or distract possible predators in an effort to throw their voice.
Lifespan:
Their lifespan ranges from one year to five, rarely reaching seven years of age. Often times mates will have several litters of one to two offspring.
Aging:
When young they will remain with their mothers while their father goes off to find their food. Young will remain with the parents until their six months of age, where they become one more of the swarm and are ready to create their own families.
Yields:
These Murqkel may yield a very soft fur that can be used for clothes. Their wings may be used for soups and are said to have a sweet taste.
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