Aosagibi
Basic Information
Anatomy
The Aosagibi is a species of night heron that has adapted to store mana in their feathers to convert into a radiating bluish-white glow at night to better attract prey with their bioluminescence. When threatened, this glow bursts into blinding light to allow the heron to escape.
Ecology and Habitats
The Asogibi can be found all along the coasts of the islands, preferring remote areas with heavy reeds and thick woods. They are most commonly seen at night in the trees where the herons roost, but the rivers where they hunt or as the birds fly in the night sky. Like most wild birds, night herons are very shy and usually flee from humans.
Dietary Needs and Habits
Asogibi stand still at the water's edge as they wait for their curious prey to investigate the beautiful light they emit and wait to ambush prey, mainly at night. They primarily eat small fish, crustaceans, frogs, aquatic insects, and small mammals.
Additional Information
Uses, Products & Exploitation
The feathers of the Aosagibi are valued for their ability to emit light without generating heat and being a fire hazard. Though the use of such light sources is limited due to the need for Mana to power them, something humans generally lack.
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