Wyvern
Large reptile-like animal, capable of flight. Wyverns have two wings, and only two back legs. They use their wings as their front legs, similar to a bat.
"Wyver", or commonly known as "Wyvern", is actually the family classification.
"Wyver", or commonly known as "Wyvern", is actually the family classification.
Basic Information
Anatomy
This can vary, but like a typical dragon, they have a head, body, tail, and appendages such as legs and wings. However, Wyverns only have two back legs and do not have the two front legs as seen on Dragons. They use their wings as their front legs, similar to a bat.
Genetics and Reproduction
This can vary, but most lay eggs.
Growth Rate & Stages
Depending on the overall size of the species, smaller ones will grow faster and have a shorter life span than larger wyverns.
Ecology and Habitats
This can vary, depending on the species. Some are more adapated to certain climates.
Dietary Needs and Habits
Most are on the carnivorous side.
Biological Cycle
This can vary depending on the species.
Behaviour
This can vary as some wyverns are ok with humans, and some are not. Smaller wyverns tend to run and hide from larger animals, while larger wyverns may stand their ground.
Additional Information
Social Structure
They can form small communities, almost like a clan or multiple packs in one.
Domestication
A small very select few species have been domesticated to humans. Most wyverns aren't though.
Uses, Products & Exploitation
While they aren't exploited per say, thay can help with similar tasks horses are used for. Most of the time, they are used for travel, and sometimes as a weapon if they're willing to fight for their human.
Facial characteristics
Varies depending on the species.
Geographic Origin and Distribution
Wyverns are found all over Azlov, in many types of biomes.
Average Intelligence
Wyverns are very intelligent, almost as much as humans.
Perception and Sensory Capabilities
This can vary, with the typical sensories expected to see on large predator animals, however some specific species may have additional sensories.
Civilization and Culture
Relationship Ideals
With the larger species that tend to form packs and small communities, they have a mate for life type of relationship. Their relationship with humans can be more of a companion to each other. Only the very select few small domesticated wyverns are like pets to humans.
Major Language Groups and Dialects
While most wyverns use a variety of sounds, typical of what you would think wildlife has, there are a very few older wyverns that have spent time near humans, and actually speak a small amount of English. Though they usually don't.
Common Myths and Legends
There is a legend of a few Ancient dragonkin that have formed a type of "Council". Know one really knows where they are, and haven't seen an Ancient in a very long time.
Interspecies Relations and Assumptions
Some are ok with humans and integrate into their society, other are not and stay away.
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Scientific Classification
Class: Reptillia
Order: Draconis
Family: Wyver
Scientific Classification
Class: Reptillia
Order: Draconis
Family: Wyver
Scientific Name
Draconis Wyver
Origin/Ancestry
All over Azlov
Lifespan
Varies
Average Height
Varies
Average Weight
Varies
Average Length
Varies
Body Tint, Colouring and Marking
Varies depending on the species
Geographic Distribution
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