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- ▶ sᴘᴇᴄɪᴇs ɪɴғᴏʀᴍᴀᴛɪᴏɴ
Howls (Lupus noctua) are a hybrid between the Eastern Wolf (Canis lupus lycaon) and the Great Horned Owl (Bubo virginianus). These creatures have been long thought to be mythical and were not considered to be an actual species until a few live juvenile howls were discovered in Canada in 2018.
The true origin of these animals is still unknown, though some believe they were part of a scientific research program on transgenic organisms. Howls, while they are usually feathered from the chest down, are mammalian, and give birth to live young. Howls do possess wings, though only a few howls are capable of flying. As such, their wings serve little purpose other than to protect a howl’s back. Some researchers suggest that their wings may also serve a role in courtship.
Because of their docility, researchers have begun a breeding program as part of their efforts to learn more about these animals in captivity. The general public are allowed to go through a selection process before they are given the opportunity to adopt a howl.
▶ ᴛʀᴀɪᴛs ᴀɴᴅ ᴍᴜᴛᴀᴛɪᴏɴs (well, at least whatever's been discovered so far)
standard; natural markings(brindle, calico.etc), hair edits
common; unnatural markings(hearts, stars.etc), tail feather edits
uncommon; longer fur, feathers on the head, no wings, ear edits
rare; no feathers, extra pair of wings, only one wing, bird-like front feet, missing limbs
mythic; beaks, curly feathers
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