Mumtortoise

Silent

by Ruby O'Degee

A Mumtortoise shell is hard and durable. It's skin is not thick. So it's convertible shell is usually closed over the tortoise.

Basic Information

Anatomy

The Mumtortoise adapted to loud sounds over a long period of time. The surviving Mumtortoise is born with ear muffs and a stitched mouth. The mumtortoise absorbs nutrients from the water. The Mumtortoise swims well and quickly to escape a predator.

Ecology and Habitats

The Mumtortoise is a rare amphibious reptile that must be separated from other repitles and fish. Hamlet residents erect sound proof coops to house their Mumtortoises.

Dietary Needs and Habits

Mumtortoise farmers grind up their food, so it can be better absorbed. The Mumtortoise grows fat. The farmer sells them to the town butcher. The butcher sells the tortoise meat to the local cafe in the Mumtortoise bowl. It is considered a delicacy. The customer gets to keep the bowl for a few extra coins.

Behaviour

The Mumtortoise reveres quiet. No oinking, no neighing, no whining or mooing. Farmers appreciate not having to listen to dinner on the way.

Scientific Name

Mummeroise

Origin/Ancestry

by Ruby O'Degee

Mumtortoise's shared part of their name with the common shell tortoise. Their shells are not hard. Their shells can be easily rolled forward and back over their bodies.

Conservation Status

The Mumtortoise is an endangered species in Lost Words Hamlet. Their convertible shells are used for bowls. Hunters are arrested for stealing a Mumtortoise shell.

by Violet M. (rod)