Snapping Dragon

Basic Information

Anatomy

The snapping dragon is similar build to most turtle like species, however it has a strong shells and four powerful legs in the water. It also has a strong tail to use in fights if needed. Its covered in a strong skin that can resemble a bit like rock.

Genetics and Reproduction

Snapping dragons begin reproducing around end September where the female lays upon 20-40 eggs. Males will begin fertilising the eggs and they bury them near their den.

Growth Rate & Stages

Snapping dragons grow extremely slow. only around 20 years it will be the size of a puppy. around 80 it reaches full adult where it can begin reproducing. they life at least around 130 years.

Ecology and Habitats

Optimal environment for snapping dragons are swampy territories or extreme wetlands. When found in these terrains they will use hide in the water or muddy area digging a bit in to blend in.

Dietary Needs and Habits

Snapping dragons are mainly carnivore's eating fish and smalls animals. But, when there are no animals it feed weed of some species of seagrass.

Behaviour

Snapping Dragons are extremely aggressive towards other, they are mainly waiting predator until something is close to them they will bite and attack trying to rip the part they bitten off.

Additional Information

Geographic Origin and Distribution

in a small body of water mainly 5-10 will living in an area of the body water, in a full area at least 50 can be found.

Average Intelligence

Snapping turtle are consider quit intelligent. They mainly know how to survive and will learn how to blend in with their terrain.

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

The snapping dragon commonly uses it's vibration and heating sensing abilities to see and feel, it's eyesight is poorly but uses more a field of touch instead.

Scientific Name

crepant draconis

Origin/Ancestry

ancestry from this animals unknown but people belief it's connect to the north giant turtle.

Lifespan

100-150

Average Height

9,5 - 18 cm

Average Weight

5 - 20 kg

Average Length

20,3 - 35,6 cm

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Most colours are either dark green to dark brown.

Geographic Distribution

• Leia wetlands