Noodle Snoodle
Named for its noodle-like tentacles and distinctive cry, the Noodle Snoodle is an amphibious pet native to the east islands region of Valdesa. While they are best adapted to this region, Noodle Snoodles can also thrive in other parts of southeastern Valdesa, coastal south and southwestern Valdesa, southern Faerie, and other places with similar climates.
"sssnnnnOOOOOOodddllle!!! sssnnnnOOOOOOOddlllle!!! sssssnnnnnnnnOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOddddddllllllllee!!!!!"
Basic Information
Anatomy
The noodle snoodle has a relatively simple body layout. it has a large shell, which covers most of its body, one large eye that sits in the front of the shell, and ten tentacles sticking out the bottom. The shell is hard, has a grooved pattern, and is usually 12 centimeters tall and 8 centimeters wide at the base.
The noodle snoodle's tentacles are typically 10-20 centimeters long. Similar to an octopus, the tentacles surround a mouth located at the bottom of the noodle snoodle's body. These tentacles allow the noodle snoodle to move and grab stuff on land.
the noodle snoodle has one large round eye. The eye has a special whole in the shell that it sticks out of. Eyes are 2-4 centimeters across.
Genetics and Reproduction
Female noodle snoodles lay eggs that are later fertilized by a male noodle snoodle. One or more parents will return to the egg clutch when it is time to hatch, and watch after the young for the first few months of their lives.
Ecology and Habitats
Noodle snoodles usually live in warm coastal waters. They are relatively adaptable, but can not survive cold temperatures.
Dietary Needs and Habits
"See, the l'ill guy's chomping down on some seagrasses right now- he won't bite you. Next week, you all will get to feed him."Noodle snoodles are herbivores. Their natural diet consists of a variety of algaes and water plants. Noodle snoodles graze by floating though the water and scooping plants into their mouths with their tentacles. Noodle snoodles kept as pets are fed either especially harvested water plants or pre-made snoodle feed.
Additional Information
Uses, Products & Exploitation
Noodle snoodles are kept as pets and service animals throughout the tropical regions of Siv'ia. Due to their intelligent, friendly nature, and heightened senses, they are often used to assist people with disabilities or chronic illness. They are trained to help with using things, seeing eye animals, and with sensing panic attacks, blood sugar drops, and the like.
They also make excellent pets, as they are friendly, curious, and durable (good for kids). For an elf or Iather, a Noodle Snoodle is often a lifelong companion. For a Fae and other long lived species, one can often own 6 or more noodle snoodles in their lifetime.
Noodle snoodles are not recommended for mortals, as their lifespans are so short and the noodle snoodles will often be affected by grief for dead human owners.
Geographic Origin and Distribution
Noodle snoodles are native to the East Islands region of Valdesa. They can be found in many coastal areas of Valdesa and neighboring continents, including Faerie.
Average Intelligence
Noodle snoodles are quite intelligent creatures. They have excellent memories and are able to work simple tools with their tentacles. It is both possible and common for elves to form long term bonds with their pet noodle snoodles.
Perception and Sensory Capabilities
Noodle snoodles can sense using their tentacles. They do not have a good sense of hearing, which makes elves an ideal companion for them. Noodle snoodles are very sensitive to shifts in the environment.
Noodle snoodles also have excellent eyesight, especially at night and under water.
SNOODLE MEDIA
Scientific Name
adorandum lolligo
Lifespan
200-400 years
Average Height
30 cm
Average Weight
4-4.6 km
Body Tint, Colouring and Marking
The snoodles are typically monochromatic, with varying shades of the same colour on different parts of their body. Some common body colours include: pink, yellow, blue, green, and violet.
How dare you create such a sweet creature and then tell me that I'm not allowed to own one because my lifespan is too short D:
Welll, you CAN own one, but it would be bad if you die before it. Maybe you could adopt an older snoodle?
I'd have to write it into my will u-u