Tenrec

Tenrec are adorable little creatures with black and yellow quills, resembling porcupines or hedgehogs, that inhabit the Verdantveil jungle. They are not classified as porcupines or hedgehogs, yet they possess quills similar to those creatures. They are a family-oriented group that thrives in the Verdantveil jungle, both on the surface and beneath it. Exercise caution; these small animals have the potential to make you dizzy or sick and cause harm.

by Valcin (Marc Zipper)

Basic Information

Anatomy

Small quadrupedal mammal with five digits and strong claws. A circular body and head featuring an elongated snout, sharp teeth, little beady eyes, and diminutive round ears. Their body is entirely enveloped with quills.

Biological Traits

Small Quills located on their back and chest beneath the larger ones. They employed these methods to produce sounds for long-distance communication at high frequencies. There are only a few male animals in the world that exhibit this behavior; it is more commonly observed in insects and snakes. The main functions of these small quills are to convey information regarding food sources, mating opportunities, threats, and other essential signals. They possess an alternative function for situations when they face threats or when intruders enter their domain. The Tenrec will provide the small quills with mana, and when they begin to produce sounds. It will induce a state of dizziness, lethargy, and nausea for a period of time for all other species. Offering the Tenrec the option to engage or retreat based on the circumstances.

Large Quills are distributed throughout their entire body. They employ these mechanisms to deter threats as they raise the quills. If the warning fails to deter them, they will either launch an attack or face one, striking at their opponent. When a predators get several quills stuck in them, they tend to stay away from them. The large quills also serve as a shock absorber, providing an additional layer of protection. Safeguarding them from severe impacts or from falling when they are excavating and the structure gives way. Finally, it shields his body from rain, ensuring it remains relatively dry.

Claws capable of digging through most rock and dirt. this give them the ability to create tunnels and obtain food.

Genetics and Reproduction

Due to their brief lifespans, reproduction begins relatively early, typically after just one year, but this phase is limited to a span of two years. The small creature, with its brief lifespan and numerous challenges, exhibits remarkable activity in reproduction, typically producing a litter of four or five within just three months.

Ecology and Habitats

These creatures exclusively inhabit the dense Verdantveil jungles. They likely had the ability to inhabit diverse environments and exhibit adaptability, with various forms existing in different regions across the globe. While the most substantial population can be observed thriving in the Verdantveil jungle. The care provided by the Quill Vine Druidic Circle for this Verdantveil jungle is likely a significant factor, especially considering that their leader is a Tenrec. They construct their habitats and intricate networks beneath the earth, yet frequently venture above ground to relish the scenery they inhabit. There are Tenrec that inhabit the vicinity of the town of Treill the only town that can be found in Verdantveil jungle, and some can be found near the city of Gainaitelft Reach. These creatures possess the remarkable ability to adapt and thrive in various environments, provided they can excavate the soil.

Dietary Needs and Habits

Tenrec They primarily consume insects and worms, utilizing their exceptional sense of smell to locate them. Their powerful claws enable them to dig them up, and their elongated snout allows for swift movement, enabling them to create a small opening to swiftly capture and consume their prey.

Behaviour

Tenrecs are fascinatingly social animals that thrive in large family groups. They engage in hunting behaviors and often collaborate in groups; should you encounter one, it's likely that you'll spot at least a couple more in the vicinity. These creatures exhibit remarkable communication skills, utilizing their smaller quills beneath the larger ones on their chest to create sounds. This behavior serves as a warning system for predators, signals for food, or cues for mating opportunities. They will escape from threats, but if they find themselves trapped or pursued, they will signal the impending danger before their quills become a formidable shield, providing them with effective protection. These animals can exhibit aggressive behavior; if they feel cornered, they may attempt to defend themselves by attacking. It's best to approach with caution and gentle to encourage them to be relax. In general, these beings lead content and tranquil lives, reveling in their existence. However, should you encounter them with their quills raised, exercise caution; they possess a spirited side.

Additional Information

Facial characteristics

They possess an elongated snout, pointed teeth, a diminutive nose, rounded ears, small beady eyes, and a sparse arrangement of quills surrounding their face.

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

They possess highly developed senses of hearing, smell, and touch. This enables them to find food that is often located in the soil or close to the ground. To detect the approach of a predator. Their olfactory abilities are primarily employed to locate insects and worms for nourishment, in addition to identifying various tunnels they have excavated. The auditory perception is remarkably developed, allowing them to detect and respond to sonic frequencies akin to those of canines. Their vision, however, is somewhat limited, akin to that of many moles and other rodents.

Scientific Name

Mammalia

Lifespan

5 year to 7 year

Average Height

9 to 16 in

Average Weight

4 to 8 oz

Average Length

6 to 9 in

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Their body is adorned with yellow and black quills all over.