Post by Deleted on Jun 3, 2016 12:14:50 GMT -5
Cockatrices were once mistaken for relatively small dragons or wyverns. Related distantly to basilisks, they also share in the ability of using the death stare. They, however, are not venomous and are actually relatively timid creatures.
The lower halves of the cockatrices’ bodies resemble various kinds of chickens throughout the world. The human top half coincides with the nationality of the chicken species the bottom half resembles. Much like chickens, they can live and thrive in any part of the world. Their name, cockatrice, is derived from the French language and legends mostly stemming from the British Isles. With a lifespan of two hundred years give or take, they are able to consume just about anything they may catch.
Males are larger than females, often with more vibrant tails and feathers. They fight for dominance in flocks that may develop, but can live together peacefully once the pecking order is established. Cockatrices challenge one another by dropping their wings, lowering their bodies to the ground, and circling the one they deem worth challenging. The cockatrice being challenged can either ignore the advancement or return the gesture, which will then lead to the two kicking at one another until one submits. There are typically more females to a flock than males, with one male acting as sentinel and guardian of the flock. This male is usually considered the leader. There have been instances where a female takes this position as well, as this position is open to anyone strong enough to take on the rest of the flock and establish dominance.
They will eat just about anything, perhaps even tease one another with whatever treat they have found. These omnivorous creatures sometimes present treats to those they are interested in mating. Mating can take place at any point of the year, but cockatrices are more active in the spring. Females become broody in summer and autumn, and early summer is the ideal time for chicks to hatch. A typical nest comprises of three to four eggs that females keep warm and well maintained for approximately six months. When nesting, they usually choose secluded places out of sight of predators. Males and other females guard the nesting females. When the cockatrice chicks hatch, their human halves appear as toddlers and they are usually able to get up and start moving within twenty-four hours. They will hide under the bodies of their mothers or other females who may have adopted them. Because no nursing is involved as chicks are born already capable of digging for and chasing bugs for meals, females do not develop breasts.
Cockatrices are measured at the based of their human half and can get anywhere from four to nineteen hands. Smaller and larger have been measured, but are usually outliers. They can fly, but only for short distances as they are better built for running. Cockatrices tend to only develop the notorious death stare later in life, and can choose whether to use it or not as it is capable of killing anyone who looks at it (including themselves). Weasels are strangely immune to the death stare of a cockatrice, and it often leads cockatrices to be wary of them. They also have an unexplained fear of chickens themselves and will run from their smaller counterparts.
Rare and unique to each country, cockatrices are both strangely beautiful and entertaining to behold. While they appear and act as docile as chickens, they are also giant birds who will eat anything that gains their interest. This includes humans, so be wary upon encountering a cockatrice.
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The lower halves of the cockatrices’ bodies resemble various kinds of chickens throughout the world. The human top half coincides with the nationality of the chicken species the bottom half resembles. Much like chickens, they can live and thrive in any part of the world. Their name, cockatrice, is derived from the French language and legends mostly stemming from the British Isles. With a lifespan of two hundred years give or take, they are able to consume just about anything they may catch.
Males are larger than females, often with more vibrant tails and feathers. They fight for dominance in flocks that may develop, but can live together peacefully once the pecking order is established. Cockatrices challenge one another by dropping their wings, lowering their bodies to the ground, and circling the one they deem worth challenging. The cockatrice being challenged can either ignore the advancement or return the gesture, which will then lead to the two kicking at one another until one submits. There are typically more females to a flock than males, with one male acting as sentinel and guardian of the flock. This male is usually considered the leader. There have been instances where a female takes this position as well, as this position is open to anyone strong enough to take on the rest of the flock and establish dominance.
They will eat just about anything, perhaps even tease one another with whatever treat they have found. These omnivorous creatures sometimes present treats to those they are interested in mating. Mating can take place at any point of the year, but cockatrices are more active in the spring. Females become broody in summer and autumn, and early summer is the ideal time for chicks to hatch. A typical nest comprises of three to four eggs that females keep warm and well maintained for approximately six months. When nesting, they usually choose secluded places out of sight of predators. Males and other females guard the nesting females. When the cockatrice chicks hatch, their human halves appear as toddlers and they are usually able to get up and start moving within twenty-four hours. They will hide under the bodies of their mothers or other females who may have adopted them. Because no nursing is involved as chicks are born already capable of digging for and chasing bugs for meals, females do not develop breasts.
Cockatrices are measured at the based of their human half and can get anywhere from four to nineteen hands. Smaller and larger have been measured, but are usually outliers. They can fly, but only for short distances as they are better built for running. Cockatrices tend to only develop the notorious death stare later in life, and can choose whether to use it or not as it is capable of killing anyone who looks at it (including themselves). Weasels are strangely immune to the death stare of a cockatrice, and it often leads cockatrices to be wary of them. They also have an unexplained fear of chickens themselves and will run from their smaller counterparts.
Rare and unique to each country, cockatrices are both strangely beautiful and entertaining to behold. While they appear and act as docile as chickens, they are also giant birds who will eat anything that gains their interest. This includes humans, so be wary upon encountering a cockatrice.
THIS IS AN OPEN SPECIES AND IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS DON’T HESITATE TO ASK