Yinaak
Basic Information
Anatomy
Yinaak are cloven footed quadrupeds with large curling horns
Biological Traits
The males are bigger than the females and also have bigger horns. Females tend to have thicker shaggier hair and a thicker fat layer.
Genetics and Reproduction
They mate during the winter and their young are born 6 months later during the summer months.
Growth Rate & Stages
Born without horns, thsese begin to grow in from about 6 months old and are fully developed by the age of 2.
Ecology and Habitats
During the winter they live in the mountains and valleys around Haavan and migrate down to the tundra plain during the summer moths with the Pakkan.
Dietary Needs and Habits
They eat almost any vegetation that is available but are particularly fond of fan lichen and sweet grass. During the harshest winter months the Pakkan supplement their diet with vegetable scraps and hay gathered during the summer.
Additional Information
Domestication
Partially domesticated by the Pakkan. They roam free but have a close relationship with the Pakkan.
Uses, Products & Exploitation
The Pakkan use the Yikkan mostly as a source of milk, dung and wool. Occasionally they will cull the herd if it gets too big, older or sick and injured yikkan that can't fend for themselves are also culled for food and hides.
Geographic Origin and Distribution
The mountains of Upaktivu during the winter and the southern tundra plains during the summer
Perception and Sensory Capabilities
They have poor eyesight but an excellent sense of smell and hearing.
Lifespan
20 years
Average Height
4 foot
Average Weight
260-450 Kg
Average Length
5 foot
Average Physique
Stocky and well built
Body Tint, Colouring and Marking
Their fur is mottled or patchwork in shades including browns, blacks, greys and white.
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