Chimearoc

Chimearoc
Base Information
Classification	Carnivore/hunter
Terrain	Marine/Ocean environments
Locomotion	Swimmer
Size	Unknown
Speed	Unknown
Strength	Unknown
Social Structure	Unknown
Weapons	Unknown
Armor	Unknown
Source
Homeworld	Bellerophon
Multi-world	No
Canon	Yes
Extinct	Extant
Reference	Adventure 9: Nomads of the World Ocean

The Chimearoc is a flying carnivore hunter native to Bellerophon.

Physiology & Ecology

It is part of the Daghadasi life chain on Bellerophon (Solomani Rim 1519).

Life Cycle & Reproduction

No information yet available.

Diet & Trophics

They are heterotrophic carnivores, and display hunting behavior.

History & Background (Dossier)

A notable environment for life on Bellerophon is the Daghadasi's back. A number of plants descended from free-floating species have taken root in the outer dermal areas, and several species of flying creatures, evolved from aquatic ancestors, nest there. Most notable is the fierce Chimearoc, which has a 4-meter wingspan, snake-like neck, crocodilian snout, and needle sharp teeth; it is well adapted for skimming along the surface to strike at small sea creatures just under the surface.

The Chimearocs are not offered a free ride:

• They are pressed into service as genetic messengers. Adababasi periodically secrete a protein-rich liquid in small "caves" on their backs. Chimearocs gather this liquid to feed their young; while they feed, Daghadasi reproductive cells attach themselves to the Chimearocs' legs, seeking transport to other Daghadasi. Because the caves secrete small amounts of liquid at different times, the Chimearocs must keep moving around the herd, thus insuring the transfer of reproductive cells.

Travellers' Aid Society Advisory

Their mutalistic relationship is important for the maintenance of a commercially significant species.

References & Contributors (Sources)

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• Classic Traveller Adventure 9: Nomads of the World Ocean
• Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master of Sophontology Maksim-Smelchak of the Ministry of Science