Post by Senior Pheonix on Jul 2, 2011 13:17:25 GMT -5
The Hunters
Native to the planet Pohono, the kamrov seem to be distant relatives of the simourv. They show a mix of bird-like and reptilian traits, however they appear to be warmblooded. Full-grown kamrov can range from around the size of a large dog to roughly the size of a draft horse. Kamrov are primarily nocturnal animals, and tend to sleep throughout the day. Some individuals will still function during the day, however they only tend to do so for short watch periods.
Unlike simourv, kamrov only have four limbs; they are capable of both bipedal and quadrupedal locomotion, however they tend to move more swiftly in a bipedal stance. Their forelimbs posses three fingers and a thumb, however their outermost finger is vastly elongated and forms a broad wing. Kamrov wingspan is usually roughly equal to twice the length of their body; while they are capable of flight, kamrov usually only actively fly for short periods and prefer instead to glide. Both the wing-fingers, as well as the hindlimbs up to the ankle-joint are covered in thick plate-like scales.
The cranial structure of a kamrov seems to be a mix of canine and reptilian. Overall, the structure of the head is similar to that of a sight hound, however the tip of the nose ends in a short beak and the nostrils are located behind that. Both the eyes and ears of a typical kamrov are particularly large in proportion to the rest of the head. Like simourv, kamrov also posses horns, however they have only been seen to have one pair that is rarely much longer than their ears.
Kamrov are primarily carnivores, and hunt as a pack. They have been known to take down creatures far larger than themselves by acting as a group. Usually, however, they hunt small reptiles and lizards. They will sometimes eat fruits and nuts, but these do little more than provide small supplements their diet.
Like many of the native species of Pohono, kamrov are capable of telepathic communication - primarily among their own species, however they can project rudimentary thought-patterns and images to empathic humans and simourv. Typically, however, a kamrov will only communicate with other kamrov and, possibly, one human that is bonded to them. In the wild, they only communicate with their own kind, however when 'domesticated' they become somewhat more open in who - or what - they communicate with.
Kamrov have a tendency to form packs - usually family groups with one primary breeding pair, and their siblings and young. Similar to simourv, their social hierarchy can usually be determined by the colors present in their feathers. Largely, their hierarchy is identical to that of simourv, with the larger females (Grays and Tawnies) leading a pack of males and smaller females. Unlike simourv, however, a mated 'alpha' pair will usually remain together throughout numerous breeding periods - while it isn't unknown for a 'queen' female to choose a new mate, she seems to show preference toward keeping the same mate. Also unlike simourv, all female 'classes' are capable of clutching - Grays have been known to have the largest clutches with up to 10 eggs, Tawnies up to 5, and Greens averaging 2 or 3 eggs. Rainbows have thusfar only been seen to lay a single egg when they clutch.
Kamrov tend to clutch seasonally, preferring the growing heat of spring and summer to lay eggs. Unlike simourv, kamrov will go through fairly long courtship periods between the breeding and clutching seasons - males will try to impress females during these times. When a female goes into heat, she will begin her side of the courtship process by initiating a mating dance of sorts. She evaluates gathered males who can mimic and predict her moves, and chooses her mate from them. Humans bonded toward kamrov will usually notice the seasonal courtship process, and have been known to feel affection for (and usually wish to court) the bonded of their kamrov's chosen interest - humans, of course, have their own 'mating dances' that need not be explained here.
There is a distinct difference in how kamrov act in the wild than they do 'domesticated.' In the wild, only the alpha pair in a kamrov pack are allowed to breed - this is more strictly enforced by Grays, who will search out the nests of other females in their pack and destroy unwanted eggs; Tawnies have been known to do this occasionally, but may sometimes add the other eggs to their own clutches. Most often, the nests of other females are simply abandoned and left to their fate as the pack moves throughout their territory.
Bonded and 'domesticated' kamrov do still follow these practices to an extent, however human interference usually keeps eggs from being abandoned. Bonded kamrov still prefer to function in the structure of a pack, however they seem to become somewhat more independent; particularly 'lesser' individuals such as greens, blues, and rainbows. This is likely due to the fact that they know their own young will be cared for just as those of their larger brethren.
Unlike simourv, kamrov do not need to be bonded to include themselves in human societies. They can be 'domesticated' in a sense - they do not communicate with humans as bonded kamrov do, however they can be housed and trained to serve as mounts or companions, and can (with a fair amount of effort) be selectively bred for specific traits. There are, currently, only a few kamrov 'breeders,' and those are primarily found within the Eyrie.
This is not to say that kamrov are at all common, however they are more common than simourv. Nests can occasionally be found in the wild. There are quite a few wild kamrov packs that live within close proximity to the Eyrie. They seem to prefer to live near simourv, and in the wild have been seen to scavenge from simourv kills, as well as eating cast-off bits of the giant nuts the simourv consume. They cannot break through the thick nutshells on their own. Wild kamrov will usually avoid direct confrontation with simourv, as wild simourv may view them as prey; bonded simourv do not always share this avoidance, however. There have, actually, been a few instances where a bonded kamrov has felt so close to particular simourv that they have tried to court it - obviously, this doesn't work out particularly well (and usually results in a somewhat confused simourv watching the frantic head-bobbing and wing-flapping of the courting kamrov).
Kamrov eggs are not usually brightly colored, they tend toward mottled greens, browns, and grays - earth colors that help hide the eggs. Usually there is no means of telling what color kamrov will hatch from an egg aside from guessing based upon their sizes. Eggs are laid roughly a month after a successful mating, and they hatch within two months. Upon hatching, young kamrov are nearly helpless - they are covered in downy fluff and their wings are mostly bare of feathers, showing their batlike wing-membranes. Their colors are usually, but not always, duller than they will be when they are adults. Young kamrov will usually pair off with another hatchling - usually of the same gender and class - and show a sort of bonding behavior similar to that they share with humans. This behavior is less common amidst kamrov who are raised around humans. Young kamrov tend to prefer bonding to humans who have been around and handled their eggs, and may not choose to bond at all immediately. If they will bond at all, however, they will choose a human within their first month, by the time soft pre-flight feathers have grown to cover their wings.
Native to the planet Pohono, the kamrov seem to be distant relatives of the simourv. They show a mix of bird-like and reptilian traits, however they appear to be warmblooded. Full-grown kamrov can range from around the size of a large dog to roughly the size of a draft horse. Kamrov are primarily nocturnal animals, and tend to sleep throughout the day. Some individuals will still function during the day, however they only tend to do so for short watch periods.
Unlike simourv, kamrov only have four limbs; they are capable of both bipedal and quadrupedal locomotion, however they tend to move more swiftly in a bipedal stance. Their forelimbs posses three fingers and a thumb, however their outermost finger is vastly elongated and forms a broad wing. Kamrov wingspan is usually roughly equal to twice the length of their body; while they are capable of flight, kamrov usually only actively fly for short periods and prefer instead to glide. Both the wing-fingers, as well as the hindlimbs up to the ankle-joint are covered in thick plate-like scales.
The cranial structure of a kamrov seems to be a mix of canine and reptilian. Overall, the structure of the head is similar to that of a sight hound, however the tip of the nose ends in a short beak and the nostrils are located behind that. Both the eyes and ears of a typical kamrov are particularly large in proportion to the rest of the head. Like simourv, kamrov also posses horns, however they have only been seen to have one pair that is rarely much longer than their ears.
Kamrov are primarily carnivores, and hunt as a pack. They have been known to take down creatures far larger than themselves by acting as a group. Usually, however, they hunt small reptiles and lizards. They will sometimes eat fruits and nuts, but these do little more than provide small supplements their diet.
Like many of the native species of Pohono, kamrov are capable of telepathic communication - primarily among their own species, however they can project rudimentary thought-patterns and images to empathic humans and simourv. Typically, however, a kamrov will only communicate with other kamrov and, possibly, one human that is bonded to them. In the wild, they only communicate with their own kind, however when 'domesticated' they become somewhat more open in who - or what - they communicate with.
Kamrov have a tendency to form packs - usually family groups with one primary breeding pair, and their siblings and young. Similar to simourv, their social hierarchy can usually be determined by the colors present in their feathers. Largely, their hierarchy is identical to that of simourv, with the larger females (Grays and Tawnies) leading a pack of males and smaller females. Unlike simourv, however, a mated 'alpha' pair will usually remain together throughout numerous breeding periods - while it isn't unknown for a 'queen' female to choose a new mate, she seems to show preference toward keeping the same mate. Also unlike simourv, all female 'classes' are capable of clutching - Grays have been known to have the largest clutches with up to 10 eggs, Tawnies up to 5, and Greens averaging 2 or 3 eggs. Rainbows have thusfar only been seen to lay a single egg when they clutch.
Kamrov tend to clutch seasonally, preferring the growing heat of spring and summer to lay eggs. Unlike simourv, kamrov will go through fairly long courtship periods between the breeding and clutching seasons - males will try to impress females during these times. When a female goes into heat, she will begin her side of the courtship process by initiating a mating dance of sorts. She evaluates gathered males who can mimic and predict her moves, and chooses her mate from them. Humans bonded toward kamrov will usually notice the seasonal courtship process, and have been known to feel affection for (and usually wish to court) the bonded of their kamrov's chosen interest - humans, of course, have their own 'mating dances' that need not be explained here.
There is a distinct difference in how kamrov act in the wild than they do 'domesticated.' In the wild, only the alpha pair in a kamrov pack are allowed to breed - this is more strictly enforced by Grays, who will search out the nests of other females in their pack and destroy unwanted eggs; Tawnies have been known to do this occasionally, but may sometimes add the other eggs to their own clutches. Most often, the nests of other females are simply abandoned and left to their fate as the pack moves throughout their territory.
Bonded and 'domesticated' kamrov do still follow these practices to an extent, however human interference usually keeps eggs from being abandoned. Bonded kamrov still prefer to function in the structure of a pack, however they seem to become somewhat more independent; particularly 'lesser' individuals such as greens, blues, and rainbows. This is likely due to the fact that they know their own young will be cared for just as those of their larger brethren.
Unlike simourv, kamrov do not need to be bonded to include themselves in human societies. They can be 'domesticated' in a sense - they do not communicate with humans as bonded kamrov do, however they can be housed and trained to serve as mounts or companions, and can (with a fair amount of effort) be selectively bred for specific traits. There are, currently, only a few kamrov 'breeders,' and those are primarily found within the Eyrie.
This is not to say that kamrov are at all common, however they are more common than simourv. Nests can occasionally be found in the wild. There are quite a few wild kamrov packs that live within close proximity to the Eyrie. They seem to prefer to live near simourv, and in the wild have been seen to scavenge from simourv kills, as well as eating cast-off bits of the giant nuts the simourv consume. They cannot break through the thick nutshells on their own. Wild kamrov will usually avoid direct confrontation with simourv, as wild simourv may view them as prey; bonded simourv do not always share this avoidance, however. There have, actually, been a few instances where a bonded kamrov has felt so close to particular simourv that they have tried to court it - obviously, this doesn't work out particularly well (and usually results in a somewhat confused simourv watching the frantic head-bobbing and wing-flapping of the courting kamrov).
Kamrov eggs are not usually brightly colored, they tend toward mottled greens, browns, and grays - earth colors that help hide the eggs. Usually there is no means of telling what color kamrov will hatch from an egg aside from guessing based upon their sizes. Eggs are laid roughly a month after a successful mating, and they hatch within two months. Upon hatching, young kamrov are nearly helpless - they are covered in downy fluff and their wings are mostly bare of feathers, showing their batlike wing-membranes. Their colors are usually, but not always, duller than they will be when they are adults. Young kamrov will usually pair off with another hatchling - usually of the same gender and class - and show a sort of bonding behavior similar to that they share with humans. This behavior is less common amidst kamrov who are raised around humans. Young kamrov tend to prefer bonding to humans who have been around and handled their eggs, and may not choose to bond at all immediately. If they will bond at all, however, they will choose a human within their first month, by the time soft pre-flight feathers have grown to cover their wings.