Bloodback

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Bloodback
(Eximikruggus rufus)
Main image of Bloodback
Species is extant.
Information
CreatorNergali Other
Week/Generation23/149
HabitatDarwin Temperate Rainforest, Sparks Boreal, Russ Boreal, Darwin Boreal, Darwin Rocky
Size30 cm Long
Primary MobilityUnknown
SupportUnknown
DietOmnivore (Grovecrystal Krugg, Poisonglobe Krugg young, Bighorn Krugg, Dense-Carapace Krugg young, Grovecrystal roots), Scavenger
RespirationActive (Microlungs)
ThermoregulationEctotherm
ReproductionSexual, Leathery Eggs
Taxonomy
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Species
Eukaryota
Binucleozoa
Symbiovermes (info)
Thoracocephalia
Coluripoda
Ossicancer
Entomocarcinia (info)
Xenocimecomorpha
Eukruggiformes
Gryllokruggidae
Eximikruggus
Eximikruggus rufus
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Splitting from its ancestor, the bloodback found itself in an environment filled with numerous similar sized prey but lacking in predators to exploit it. Thus, this species evolved along a carnivorous lifestyle, specializing in the various other kruggs found within its range, as well as the carcasses of larger creatures. To aid them in this they have evolved more specialized limbs that not only allow them to grasp onto their prey, but pry open their exoskeletons via their segments in order to reach the tender flesh within. They have also evolved a mild toxin within their saliva that specifically effects kruggs. While not as useful against anything else, their powerful jaws can still provide a nasty bite.

Living solitary lives, bloodbacks rarely come together save for when food is plentiful or when a large carcass is available to be scavenged. During these times the males and females will come together, mate, and the females will then lay their eggs in small burrows. The eggs will hatch within a few weeks, after which the young will seek out the roots of the grovecrystal to feed upon. They will eventually reach sexual maturity within three to four months, and can then continue to live on for nearly two years before succumbing to old age.