Lincikan or Toucat
Excerpt from Aavon's Amazing Almanac:
Basic Information
Anatomy
Toucats are a medium sized Griffon being around the size of a small dog. The are notable for their massive and colorful beaks that can be upwards of a fourth of their body size. They are typically black in colorful with their large beaks being a mixture of greens, oranges, yellows, and reds. Their body can be patterned with stripes, spots or be solid in color and are typically brown or black.
Genetics and Reproduction
Toucat's gestation period last for two months and their eggs will hatch after three months.
Growth Rate & Stages
Toucats are big enough to leave their nests at four months and fully grown at a year.
Ecology and Habitats
Toucats live in the forest and jungle canopy where they eat large nuts that no other bird or Griffon can break.
Dietary Needs and Habits
Toucats eat large and tough nuts. It is not recommended to feed them bird feed as they need to use their large beaks, otherwise they get bitey.
Biological Cycle
Toucats live an average livespan, typically living for 12-20 years.
Additional Information
Domestication
Toucat domestication is still in its early proccess, with attempts only being successful in the last 25 or so years.
Genetic Ancestor(s)
Scientific Name
Gryphos Lincikan
Geographic Distribution
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