Ioprey

Ioprey are a Velociprey subspecies, made distinct by their orangey-red hide, black mottling and tanned underside. Hunters familiar with Iopreys have observed that their salamander-like skin constantly need moisture, a potential reason for Ioprey to be much more likely residents of danker regions - such as the Swamp and Jungle - where they can easily avoid dehydration. However, Iopreys are still found in places outside these comfortable habitats, such as in the Fortress, Volcano and even the drier Great Forest in Frontier and Freedom Unite. Also, the Ioprey has a much more amphibian look than other "prey" species. They also have a more dragon-like cry.

Easily distinguishable from other Prey species by its larger size, oversized head and bulbous frog-like throat sac. This enlarged throat houses the Ioprey's potent poison sac, which gives it the ability to spit poison at threats. Whilst this might be a small nuisance to experienced hunters, the fact Ioprey hunt in packs can quickly make them a dangerous threat to one not carrying a supply of Antidotes. The duration and toxicity of the poison varies between Ioprey found at different Ranks. Those found in G-Rank will last much longer and be far more punishing than those of Low or High Rank.

Like all Prey species, if killed mid-jump, an Ioprey is likely to divide into multiple pieces, leaving nothing behind for the hunter to carve from. Just like all other Prey species, their alphas are much stronger and able to endure much more punishment, making an Iodrome worthy to rule over its pack.

The Ioprey's first appearance was in Monster Hunter, and they reappeared in every following game, with the exception of Monster Hunter Tri.