Cryolotl
The Cryolotl is a kind of shining blue amphibious lizard-like creature that grows large natural crystal formations on their back. They spend their day rolling around and playing with each other and have no trouble looking for food.
Basic Information
Anatomy
The Cryolotl is a kind of shining blue amphibious lizard-like creature that grows large natural crystal formations on their back. The crystals grow in a way that lets them curl into a spiky ball that they can use to roll down predators or potential threats. Their body is covered in sticky mucus which they use for a multitude of different things, the most important being that they can scale vertical surfaces and ceilings as if they were walking normally. Rarely you can also catch them helping each other by repairing another crystal formation with the sticky mucus.
Genetics and Reproduction
Cryolotl reproduce sexually. When a male Cryolotl finds a mate, it performs an intricate dance which makes the crystals on their back ring like chimes. If the female is impressed by the dance they mate for life.
Growth Rate & Stages
Mother Cryolotl lay up to 1-3 eggs each mating season. In about 4 weeks, the eggs hatch into small crystal-less Cryolotls. The parents will care for the children until they become 4 years of age, where then they strike out on their own to start their own life.
Ecology and Habitats
Cryolotl live in dank wet caverns, around underground lakes and ponds.
Dietary Needs and Habits
Cryolotl use the soft glow of their crystals to attract a steady supply of their favorite food; Crystal Scarabs. When the scarab's flock to the light, all the Cryolotl has to do is open its mouth and let the scarabs accidentally fly in.
Additional Information
Domestication
Cryolotls make excellent pets, especially when exploring dark caverns in which the Cryolotl can light up. They can be domesticated by being fed small hard-shelled beetles for an amount of time, and after that, you will have yourself a natural exterminator.
Uses, Products & Exploitation
Cryolotls are somtimes kept as pets to dispose of Crystal Scarabs or other small bugs.
Perception and Sensory Capabilities
Cryolotl don't need darkvision, becuase their crystal formation always emits a magical plesent glow which attracts their favorite food; Crystal Scarabs.
Lifespan
15-18 years
Geographic Distribution
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