Strong, amphibious predators, Avka Felos make their homes in and around any body of fresh water they come across. As ambush hunters, they wade through shallow waters or along the shore, waiting for unsuspecting prey to swim by before pouncing. Mated pairs often hunt together, with one Avka Felo stalking from the shore and the other hiding in shadows underwater where they navigate using their sensitive whiskers. When fishing is not possible, they employ a similar hunting strategy on land, ready to eat anything they can catch. Avka Felos will either build or claim riverside dens for themselves and prefer shelters with both aquatic and terrestrial exits connected by one large chamber. Juveniles remain within the den until they are able to join their parents on hunts and often learn to hunt terrestrially before they practice fishing. Once they are full grown, males seek out dens of their own, often around the same body of water as their parents, while females travel afield to find a mate before settling down.

The creatures that dwell in this rather desolate world still display some diversity in appearance, eating habits, and social behavior. Whether they have fur or feathers, skin or scales, their unique genetic makeup allows for a variety of colors and markings within each species. Despite limitations in food sources, herbivores, omnivores, and carnivores are all present in the food chain, and each species requires specialized care within a laboratory. Although the artificial setting of housing units and breeding pods precludes most opportunities to study true interspecific behavior, the interactions within and between species has been studied extensively in the wilderness by scientists daring enough to venture beyond the outpost’s walls.

Creature Notes

• A young Avka Felo, a favorite of Lilademon. It's evident that the little creature is spoiled, as he is constantly brushed and attended to. It should be noted that "Moss", as named by Lilademon, is not allowed around capsules.
• As stated before, "Moss" is not allowed near capsules on a counter edge, as it has the urge to knock them to the floor. There were already 3 broken capsules the last time this happened, and should be advised to those visiting.
• "Moss" was named due to it's mossy green color, which reminded his caretaker of moss growing on trees. It responds to its name when used, and knows a few commands like "sit" and "stay".
• This particular Avka Felo has its own chamber connected to the Lab Entrance, where it greets visitors, nap by the door, or is seen grooming itself. The chamber has a freshwater area, along with a strip of land, for maximum comfort.