Snakapee

Discovery LocationCentral African Jungles, Congo

Lead ResearcherDr. Etienne Dubois

Field Report Summary

Physical Description

Hawk-sized, with dark brown and tan plumage. Possesses sharp talons and a hooked beak, typical of a raptor. However, instead of a feathered neck, it has a scaled, snake-like neck capable of striking with venomous fangs. Its tail is long and prehensile, aiding in maneuverability. Glowing yellow eyes.

Habitat

Tropical rainforest canopy

Dietary Behavior

Feeds on fruits, insects, and small vertebrates, using constricting abilities on larger prey.

Evolutionary Origin

A unique evolutionary pathway involving primate intelligence and serpentine locomotion and hunting strategies.

Behavioral Notes

Uses its prehensile tail for arboreal movement and can mimic the calls of other jungle animals.