Creatures 1102-1105 Are here!!!!

[Nekoi]

New critters in the stream!
All eggs have the same description:

This egg is dusted with colorful feathers.

Coastal Pygmy Graga:

M/F No dimorphism
M F


Field Pygmy Graga:

M/F No dimorphism
M F


Forest Pygmy Graga:

M/F No dimorphism
M F

Alpine Pygmy Graga:

M/F No dimorphism
M F

Spoiler

Pygmy gragas hatchlings are born with most of their feathers already grown in, and are more independent than most hatchlings. While they can't yet fly, their adult coloring is almost complete. They love to explore their nesting grounds, and will happily eat stray twigs or the fallen petals of late spring. If a pygmy graga is raised somewhere where petals commonly fall, like an area with cherry trees, they will easily attain the weight they need to begin their own migratory journey.

As soon as spring begins, the colorful pygmy gragas appear. Wings shimmering in the sun, they will settle happily on the surface of lakes and ponds, the last of the winter ice melting as they paddle in the water. These creatures only stay in one place for a short time, but they are highly favored when they do. They raise their young in nests made of only the freshest plants, like newly growing shoots and soft, just-unfurled spring petals. The adults eat the last of the dead leaves from autumn that are revealed as the snows melt, as well as any debris or brush that winter left behind. Their activities leave their roosting grounds looking beautifully cultivated. Many artists have been inspired to draw or paint landscapes of the nesting grounds of pygmy gragas.

Sprite art: Mysfytt | Description: Raneth

I'm so excited to see what these look like!!!

>^_^< V

[Rexsaurus]

For some reason I think they'll look like ducks, don't know why.

[Nekoi]

It does sound like that, doesn't it?

>^_^< V

[Azima]

I hope they're ducks, as I don't think we have any ACTUAL ducks. Duckits don't count as ACTUAL ducks.

[Tyrannogon]

The egg sprites for these are so pretty! I especially like the Alpine one. I, too, will guess ducks.

[leica]

Male Field Pygmy Graga


Female Field Pygmy Graga

Spoiler

Pygmy gragas hatchlings are born with most of their feathers already grown in, and are more independent than most hatchlings. While they can't yet fly, their adult coloring is almost complete. They love to explore their nesting grounds, and will happily eat stray twigs or the fallen petals of late spring. If a pygmy graga is raised somewhere where petals commonly fall, like an area with cherry trees, they will easily attain the weight they need to begin their own migratory journey.

As soon as spring begins, the colorful pygmy gragas appear. Wings shimmering in the sun, they will settle happily on the surface of lakes and ponds, the last of the winter ice melting as they paddle in the water. These creatures only stay in one place for a short time, but they are highly favored when they do. They raise their young in nests made of only the freshest plants, like newly growing shoots and soft, just-unfurled spring petals. The adults eat the last of the dead leaves from autumn that are revealed as the snows melt, as well as any debris or brush that winter left behind. Their activities leave their roosting grounds looking beautifully cultivated. Many artists have been inspired to draw or paint landscapes of the nesting grounds of pygmy gragas.

Female Alpine Pygmy Graga

Spoiler

Pygmy gragas hatchlings are born with most of their feathers already grown in, and are more independent than most hatchlings. While they can't yet fly, their adult coloring is almost complete. They love to explore their nesting grounds, and will happily eat stray twigs or the fallen petals of late spring. If a pygmy graga is raised somewhere where petals commonly fall, like an area with cherry trees, they will easily attain the weight they need to begin their own migratory journey.

As soon as spring begins, the colorful pygmy gragas appear. Wings shimmering in the sun, they will settle happily on the surface of lakes and ponds, the last of the winter ice melting as they paddle in the water. These creatures only stay in one place for a short time, but they are highly favored when they do. They raise their young in nests made of only the freshest plants, like newly growing shoots and soft, just-unfurled spring petals. The adults eat the last of the dead leaves from autumn that are revealed as the snows melt, as well as any debris or brush that winter left behind. Their activities leave their roosting grounds looking beautifully cultivated. Many artists have been inspired to draw or paint landscapes of the nesting grounds of pygmy gragas.

Male Alpine Pygmy Graga

[leica]

Female Coastal Pygmy Graga

Spoiler

Pygmy gragas hatchlings are born with most of their feathers already grown in, and are more independent than most hatchlings. While they can't yet fly, their adult coloring is almost complete. They love to explore their nesting grounds, and will happily eat stray twigs or the fallen petals of late spring. If a pygmy graga is raised somewhere where petals commonly fall, like an area with cherry trees, they will easily attain the weight they need to begin their own migratory journey.

As soon as spring begins, the colorful pygmy gragas appear. Wings shimmering in the sun, they will settle happily on the surface of lakes and ponds, the last of the winter ice melting as they paddle in the water. These creatures only stay in one place for a short time, but they are highly favored when they do. They raise their young in nests made of only the freshest plants, like newly growing shoots and soft, just-unfurled spring petals. The adults eat the last of the dead leaves from autumn that are revealed as the snows melt, as well as any debris or brush that winter left behind. Their activities leave their roosting grounds looking beautifully cultivated. Many artists have been inspired to draw or paint landscapes of the nesting grounds of pygmy gragas.

Female Forest Pygmy Graga

[Auriene]

Birbs

[Nayotrie]

The are sooo cute!

[leica]

Male Alpine Pygmy Graga

Female Alpine Pygmy Graga

Spoiler

Pygmy gragas are a welcome sight at the Keep, as they help keep the grounds tidy and contribute to the beauty of the castle. Of course, the magi who raise pygmy gragas realize there is more to it than just their diet. The magic of these creatures is subtle but powerful. They will slowly warm and change the environment they live in. Their flight will break up storm clouds, hearkening sunnier days, and as they swim and dive in a pond or lake, the water will warm. As they raise their young, their presence will also encourage the growth of flowers and increase the health of nearby trees. They are truly emblematic of the change that springtime brings.

As soon as spring begins, the colorful pygmy gragas appear. Wings shimmering in the sun, they will settle happily on the surface of lakes and ponds, the last of the winter ice melting as they paddle in the water. These creatures only stay in one place for a short time, but they are highly favored when they do. They raise their young in nests made of only the freshest plants, like newly growing shoots and soft, just-unfurled spring petals. The adults eat the last of the dead leaves from autumn that are revealed as the snows melt, as well as any debris or brush that winter left behind. Their activities leave their roosting grounds looking beautifully cultivated. Many artists have been inspired to draw or paint landscapes of the nesting grounds of pygmy gragas.

Male Forest Pygmy Graga


Female Forest Pygmy Graga


Male Coastal Pygmy Graga


Female Coastal Pygmy Graga


Male Field Pygmy Graga


Female Field Pygmy Graga