Species

Status: Companion

Species Availability: Closed, Cannot make your own.

Introduced / Native: Native

Size: 19 In (50.8cm)

Location: Mezza & Austrum Continents

Habitat: Dark Cave & Tidepool Environments

Base: (Base Link) You are only able to use this base if you own a ticket to create one!

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Description: 

Switcher eels are a versatile creature with long scaley bodies that can live both on land and in water. They are able to adapt their bodies to either environment if left stranded for an ample amount of time, changing their scales and make up to fit the needs of said area to survive. You can find them primarily in tidepools, rocky outcrops, caves, and intertidal flats. The diet of this omnivorous animal is made up of sea grass, bugs, crustaceans, and small animals if given the chance.

They are also known for their consumption of specific crystalline structures, used specifically during breeding season as this compound provides an extra layer of protection to their eggs. In the past, this same crystal had be overmined in many of it's home regions, causing it's populations to crash significantly.

This species is famously known for being a conservation success story, as it had originally been classified as critically endangered in most of it's original habit regions for years. However, with the valiant efforts of Scotty's conservation organization, they were able to turn the tides of this species' future by becoming the main embassedors for this species. Spending many years researching and protecting this species' habitat, food sources, and more! Today you are able to see them thrive with stable populations of switcher eels in many areas around the world.

You can now even now see them as companions, as their temperament and basic needs are perfect for household life.

Misc Facts: 

• The false tail of this species can be used to confuse predators, biting into it can cause their tail to drop as a defense mechanism. This tail does grow back over time.

• Their massive mouths have very impressive jaw strength, locking onto their prey and crushing it once in it's grasp. The pharangeal jaw within aids in pulling their meal into their stomach.

• Switcher eels use their barbels to detect electrical currents and particles from the air and water.

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Basic Design Rules

Physical Requirements:

• Long scaled body
• False Tail (1 set of false eye markings)
• 2 Thick barbels on face
• Back Spikes
• Large eel-like head

Available Colours & Markings ✔️

• All Colours And natural markings are available.

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