A Strange Encounter: The Jureximü

These unusual creatures are peaceful animals that live in the Great Birch Woods of Karyi. They don’t have a mouth or digestive system and instead get their nutrients from photosynthesis which they can do through their large fins on their backs and necks. They have to stand still for long periods of time to create energy, so they have very advanced systems for detecting predators, including antennae behind their ears that can detect movement, and thermal sensors in their eyes. If they need to escape they can use their strong legs to run up to 60 miles per hour, but they have short and stubby arms left from their bird ancestors. They are mostly covered in a thick layer of fur for insulation, which they use when they go into hibernation for the winter. There haven’t been any reported cases of domestication, but they are popular attractions at zoos. Many sanctuaries have been made to try and counter the decreasing population, as they are well-known game for trophy hunters and poachers alike, for their colorful pelts and their incredible speed. Protestors are sat out at the entrance to the forest, trying to persuade hunters to change their mind.