Snatcher

Basic Information

Anatomy

It is unknown as they never try to go up on the surface and remain underground.

Biological Traits

They are highly elusive and hard to track as they only live underground. But they can be heard tunneling as the ground vibrates, meaning that they are very large.

Genetics and Reproduction

Due to their reptilian biology they lay eggs.

Growth Rate & Stages

It is unknown how long it takes for one of these creatures to fully grow as they remain underground.

Ecology and Habitats

They often live underground rather then the surface.

Dietary Needs and Habits

They are known to be notorious ambush predators and do so by being underground. Of course rather then going to the surface to catch their food, their tongue does all of the work. The tongue does not look like a tongue at all and instead a gorgeous flower. Which holds a pleasant fragrance with as well. Causing unsuspecting animals to go near it and try to eat it. But before they realize it they caught by the tongue and cannot get away no matter how much they struggle as the saliva of the snatcher is like super glue and is difficult break free from. Once the prey is secure it is dragged underground and eaten.

Biological Cycle

They only move from their hunting ground when food is scarce. They shed old scales as they dig their tunnels.

Additional Information

Social Structure

It is believed that they hunt alone and only come in contact with others of their species to reproduce.

Uses, Products & Exploitation

Some people have be known to try and caught off the tongue as the it Silvia is sought after due to its chemical properties.

Geographic Origin and Distribution

Found on the continent of Larusia

Average Intelligence

They are known to be patient as studies show that a snatcher can wait for weeks to catch its next meal.

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

They often rely on vibrations in the ground to know when food is coming. Their tongue is used to feel for food once the prey has touched it.

Scientific Name

Reptile

Lifespan

unknown

Conservation Status

Unknown due to their underground origins

Average Height

unknown

Average Weight

unknown

Average Physique

They believed to be muscular as they a strong enough to dig massive tunnels with little effort.