Church Griffin
Basic Information
Anatomy
The forepart and wings of a raven, the hind-part and ears of a Maine coone cat, and seemingly the mind of an imp
Genetics and Reproduction
While there are some rumors of Church Griffins breeding out with other types of Griffin they so far appear to be unfounded. Church Griffin eggs are laid in clutches of up to four, with two being the most common. In cases where four eggs are laid by the same mother, it is not uncommon for one or more eggs to fail to hatch.
Church Griffins mate for life. Should a mated pair be separated, they may mourn and die.
Growth Rate & Stages
All known species of lesser griffin have an incubation period of three to four months. Kits are hatched with eyes closed, and with no adult feathers. They will remain in their parents' den for upwards of a year, learning to hunt, learning to hide, and growing the vital primary feathers which will eventually allow them to fly.
Ecology and Habitats
Church Griffins are often found in temples and shrines to Tamlen or Vestus and in forges through out the world. The also can be found out in the wilds in forests where there is lots of small prey like mice, rabbits and other small prey.
Dietary Needs and Habits
Church Griffins prefer to eat a mostly meat based diet however they may eat practically anything if hungry enough. They will feed on a wide variety of insects, including beetles, caterpillars, and others; lizards, frogs, and the eggs and young of other birds. They will even resort to eating carrion and garbage if it smells good enough or they are starving.
Additional Information
Social Structure
In the wild Church Griffins may have flocks between 16-25 however, in and around temples they may have flocks of up to 50 Griffins.
And a Church Griffin’s song is particular to its social group. Studies of domestic groups showed that each group develops distinctive sound elements that become a kind of cultural tradition—a dialect—which crows use to recognize one another.
Average Intelligence
Church Griffins are highly intelligent and can even mimic some human words along with other noises, but won't understand the true meaning- though they may understand the typical context. This has led some to even swear when they are frustrated with a situation.
Civilization and Culture
Courtship Ideals
Juveniles begin to court at a very early age, but may not bond for another two or three years. Aerial acrobatics, demonstrations of intelligence, and ability to provide food are key behaviors of courting. Once paired, they nest together for life, usually in the same location. Males have also been known to sing softly—and at close range—during courtship, with a rich mix of soft cooing, rattles, growls, bowing movements, and mutual nuzzling.
Relationship Ideals
Breeding pairs must have a territory of their own before they begin nest-building and reproduction, and thus aggressively defend a territory and its food resources. Nesting territories vary in size according to the density of food resources in the area.
Scientific Name
Corvus Rodulfo-Nortmannis Felis
Origin/Ancestry
Created by the God Tamlen
Lifespan
Up to 50 years max when in the wild but may live longer if they are a familiar
Conservation Status
Least Consern
Due to the Church Griffin's life span and breeding habits, in some areas these creatures are considered vermin like rabbits, mice, rats, and pigeons.
Average Height
The height of adults can vary between 10 and 16 in (25 and 41 cm)
Average Weight
Males weigh from 13 to 18 lb (5.9 to 8.2 kg), with females weighing from 8 to 12 lb (3.6 to 5.4 kg)
Average Length
They can reach a length of up to 38 in (97 cm), including the tail, which can reach a length of 14 in (36 cm)
Body Tint, Colouring and Marking
The feathers of a Church Griffin are the easiest way to sex a wild Griffin as the females have duller colored feathers while the males may have a blue, green, or purple iridescence to their feathers.
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