Amphitere, General

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Basic Information

Anatomy

These highly diverse draconoids have a serpentine body and bat-like wings. They also have a sinuous tail that ends in a spiked tip.

Biological Traits

Defense The spike on their tail is used to stab at threats if they have been abruptly grabbed.
Movement Despite having wings, amphitheres are not good fliers, instead they glide from tree to tree.

Genetics and Reproduction

Amphiteres build their nests high above the ground, though some will take over bird nests to use as their own.
Some believe that amphitere hybridizes with chickens to produce cockatrices.

Ecology and Habitats

These draconoids are found in wooded areas in temperate and tropical regions, and most of their life is spend in or near trees. Surprisingly they have adapted well in urban areas, and can be found close to settlements with plenty of trees.

Dietary Needs and Habits

Preying on insects, bats, birds, and mice, one of their favorite hunting tactics is to wrap their lower body around a branch and hang their lower body downwards until prey flies or scurries by.

Additional Information

Social Structure

Lives in flights of up to 20 individuals.

Uses, Products & Exploitation

Compared to many other of their draconoid cousins, amphitheres are typically welcomed around settlements. Farmers encourage them to nest near their barns and fields because they eat a lot of pests, while some cultures consider them to be popular pests. This has lead to the unfortunate side effect of some species going extinct and others becoming invasive.

Average Length

Body: 6"-6' Wingspan: 6"-10'