Sarrakko
| Sarrakko sar-rak-koh pl. sarrakkoes | |
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| Fact File | |
| Classification: | Reptilia |
| Frequency: | Uncommon |
| Size: | Medium |
| Lifespan: | 16-20 years |
| Domesticated?: | No |
| Diet: | Carnivore |
| Biome(s): | Desert, Grassland, Savanna, Tropical Rainforest |
The sarrakko bears a resemblance to the raptors of prehistoric Earth, and is roughly the size of a typical Earthen dog. It is bipedal; its front limbs have clawed hands, and its powerful legs have large claws. Unlike Earth's raptors, the sarrakko is covered in scales. It's typically a shade of brown with darker stripes, though grey or green ones are not uncommon.
A fast, agile and intelligent hunter, it lives in small groups. Each pack is led by an "alpha" pair, which are usually the parents of the other pack members. Should one or both of the alphas be killed and replaced, the offspring may be killed or driven off, though the new leader(s) may simply take over the existing members. A female lays a clutch of up to five eggs, but only two usually survive to adulthood in the wild.
Taming the sarrakko is tricky, but it is possible. The best way to do so is to raise one from the egg, or from when they are young - though given how protective the parents are, acquiring one from the wild is ill-advised. (A small number of captive stocks are available. Rather tellingly, most of these are in Bhim.)
Sarrakko can be found on most Ramathian continents. Generally they are content to leave pendragons alone, though attacks occasionally happen. Attacks are more likely to happen when the pack is desperate for food... so if you plan on traveling in sarrakko territory, keep some spare meat handy.
