Zenith Espinas Ecology

In-Game Information
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Taxonomy
The Zenith Species of Espinas, Zenith Espinas a strong older individual that has developed its horn.

Habitat Range
Zenith Espinas are known to live in the Great Forest and Flower Field. Some Zenith Espinas will sometimes invade Interceptor's Base.

Ecological Niche
Due to the spines that adorn it's body it is shown that it is at the top of the food chain in the Rain Forests. Common prey include Bullfango, Mosswine, and Aptonoth. Espinas have to compete with Rathian, Abiorugu, Mi Ru, Nargacuga and Zinogre for food and territory, though Espinas have even been known to fight and beat Elder Dragons in battles over territory, further showing their impressive strength.

Biological Adapations
Zenith Espinas have many of the same adaptions as Espinas, however, there is a few differences between them. Unlike other Espinas individuals, its horn has heavily developed in nature over the years. By heavily developing its horn more than other Espinas, Zenith Espinas is able to fight better in melee situations. This horn can easily finish of foes in a single hit, even gouging the ground as it flies. The horn has changed due to an unknown mutation. Thousands of venom glands connect to this singular horn and a large narrow cavity can be seen inside the horn. This how its poison has changed. Due to Zenith Espinas having multiple venom glands, and Lethal Poison Sacs, that combines different types of poison, it has a more deadly poison that kills prey at a quicker rate. This poison circulates throughout its body due to its bone marrow producing it and even glows a vivid purple, which shows its true toxicity. Though Zenith Espinas is able to make this powerful poison, it actually isn't immune to it. To make up for this weakness, Zenith Espinas actually produces its own antitoxin to counteract the poisonous effects. Noticeably, a thorn plant is also growing on this Espinas.

Behavior
Like normal Espinas, Zenith Espinas are fairly docile until awakened. When awakened, Zenith Espinas are known for violently flying in the air and raining globs of poison around them for defense. Once they land, Zenith Espinas will attack and try to eliminate the threat. Occasionally, Zenith Espinas have been seen wandering side by side with other Espinas.