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==In-Game Information==
 
==In-Game Information==
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[[File:MH4U-Tetsucabra Icon.png|60px|left]]Amphibians with unique jaws and tusks that they use to sift through rocks for prey. They use their powerful hind legs to traverse steep terrain. The tail supports movement, but can become vulnerable with exertion.
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==Taxonomy==
 
==Taxonomy==
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*Order: Caudata
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Order: Amphibia. Suborder: Scaled Amphibian. Family: Armored Frog. The Tetsukabura is the only known member of its family.
 
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*Suborder: Demon Frog
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*Family: Cabra
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The Tetsucabra is a member of the [[Amphibian]] class and is a close relative of the [[Zamite]]Ā and its adult form, [[Zamtrios]]. It was put into this class from it closely resembling amphibians like frogs and from it being different in many ways from other monster classes. Tetsucabra also has a closely related dark greenĀ [[Subspecies]]Ā that it coexists with in the Sunken Hollow and Volcanic Hollow.
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==Habitat Range==
 
==Habitat Range==
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In the Old World, Tetsucabra inhabit theĀ [[Jurassic Frontier]], [[Sunken Hollow]], when the volcano is dormant in the area, and the [[Volcanic Hollow]], when the volcano is active. Tetsucabra can also be found rarely in the [[Everwood]],Ā [[Desert]] and in the freezing waters of the [[Frozen Seaway]]. Within the New World, they've been seen at theĀ [[Deserted Island]]
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Tetsukabura were first discovered in the [[Underground Cave]], but have since been found in the [[Frozen Sea]] area and the [[Unknown Sea of Trees]]. In all instances, they live in or around water, though they have also been known to inhabit damp, underground locations.
 
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==Ecological Niche==
 
==Ecological Niche==
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Tetsukabura prey upon anything smaller than themselves that ventures too close to the water. This includes [[Kelbi]], [[Jaggi]], and [[Slagtoth]]. Due to their large size and tough armor, they have only a few predators. These include [[Stygian Zinogre]] and [[Kushala Daora]]. Tetsukabura are cannibalistic, and will eat smaller Tetsukabura if the opprotunity presents itself to prevent future competiton. They compete for territory with other aquatic inhabitants, such as [[Zaboazagiru]] in the Frozen Sea.
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Tetsucabra prey upon anything smaller than themselves that ventures too close to the water. This includes [[Kelbi]], [[Aptonoth]],Ā [[Jaggi]], [[Rhenoplos]] Ā and [[Slagtoth]]. Due to their large size and tough armor, they have only otherĀ large predators toĀ be wary of. These include [[Gore Magala]], [[Deviljho]], [[Glavenus]], [[Najarala]],Ā [[Stygian Zinogre]] and [[Kushala Daora]]. They compete for territory with other aquatic inhabitants, such as ZamtriosĀ andĀ [[Tidal Najarala]]Ā in the Frozen Seaway.
   
 
==Biological Adaptations==
 
==Biological Adaptations==
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The scales of a Tetsucabra is used mainly for camouflage inside caves and on them is a special oil that holds heat. Despite the look of the scales, its skin is actually flexible yet hard somewhat resembling an actual toad's skin. A Tetsucabra's skull is robust and durable enough to take a lot of damage from threats of all sorts. Though the Tetsucabra has two large tusks, these are not used for hunting. The primary function of these tusks is for defense and as means to manipulate the environment. The tusks themselves are capable weapons, but the Tetsucabra is also capable of hefting up heavy boulders. The Tetsucabra flings these boulders out of the way of its path but it can also use this as a method of attack to injure predator and prey alike. It uses these boulders as a shield against predators and hunters to prevent attacks. It also uses this to enclose small, tight areas, making it harder to maneuver. Another fact about the Tetsucabra is its ability to spit a glob of fluid at prey items. This sticky material acts as a powerful adhesive, sticking to the body and ground like glue. Even for a hunter, the adhesive quality of this material is not very strong, but it makes every movement a labor and greatly weakens the prey, leading to a reduction in stamina. When the Tetsucabra exerts itself, its tail inflates, possibly to help it balance itself as it picks up large boulders and rocks. The legs of a Tetsucabra help it perform powerful leaps, lunges, and jumps in the air to help it either ambush prey or to reach steep slopes out of its reach. A Tetsucabra's claws are powerful enough to break rock with ease and can destroy powerful armor.Ā 
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Despite the scaled skin of the Tetsukabura, it is not a true reptile. Rather, it is a reptile-like amphibian. This means that despite the tough, scaly skin, it still requiers a source of water to habitate in. They also require the water to reproduce, laying their eggs in it and fertilizing through external fertilization. It has, in this instance utilized this need as a form of attack and predation. Normally, the Tetsukabura is an ambush hunter that remains in large pools of water. When an animal comes up to the pond to drink, the Tetsukabura strikes. The jaws of Tetsukabura are immensely strong, capable of crushing smaller prey between them. The tremendous bite force not only makes death immediate, but allows the Tetsukabura to pulverize prey with strong skeletal structures or thick armor. This also allows the Tetsukabura to crush boulders with such extreme force, what remains of the rock is fired out as shrapnel.
 
   
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Though the Tetsukabura has two large tusks, these are not used for hunting. The primary function of these tusks is for defense and as a means to manipulate the enviornment. The tusks themselves are capable weapons, but the Tetsukabura is also capable of hefting up heavy boulders. The Tetsukabura flings these boulders out of the way of its path, but it can also use this as a method of attack.
 
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Another facet of the Tetsukabura's biology is the ability to spit a glob of fluid at prey items. This sticky material acts as a powerful adhesive, sticking to the body and ground like glue. Even for a hunter, the adhesive quality of this material is not very strong, but it makes every movement a labor and greatly weakens the prey, leading to a reduction in stamina.
 
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When the Tetsukabura exerts itself, its tail inflates. For reasons unknown, the tail is full of blood vessels. These vessels surge with blood, causing the flexible skin to inflate. This makes the tail very vulnerable to attack in this state, but this is only a temporary weakness.
 
 
==Behavior==
 
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Tetsucabra are highly aggressive, territorial monsters though their ecology is much like a frog. The amphibians are well-known for attacking and eating anything that moves in their line of sight and leaping from ponds in order to grab potential prey. Despite being found in ponds, they spend most of their time on land, which could suggest that they patrol their territory on land, much like Zamtrios. During the breeding season male Tetsucabra will create large holes to impress females so that they'll lay their eggs in them. When the female lays her eggs in the pit the male will quickly fertilize them. After fertilizing the eggs the male will then carry them in his mouth and he will not eat anything until the offspring are fully developed.
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Tetsukabura are highly aggressive, highly territorial creatures. Their bodies are a testament to this. The short, stocky frame, well-armored body and strong tusks are all set up for one reason alone: fighting other Tetsukabura. Tetsukabura live entirely in solitude. When Tetsukabura encounter each other, the result is almost always violent. They will size each other up, then charge and begin to rut. These engagements can be brief, or intense battles to the death.
 
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Tetsukabura are also extremely oprotunistic feeders. They are semi-omnivorus, but greatly prefer predation over foraging. When they need to eat something other than animal prey, they will pull up rocks and dig through the dirt. Often times, this is to find large grubs, but they will also eat roots and tubers. Most of the time, however, they will eat any animal they can fit in their mouths. This even includes other Tetsukabura; it isn't unusual for a fight over territory to end with one Tetsukabura swallowing a smaller rival. Tetsukabura, despite their strong teeth, do not chew their prey. They are crushed and pulverized in one bite, then swallowed. Tetsukabura's ravenous appetites sometimes hinder the animal's instinctual judgement. Hunters have recounted tales of watching at Tetsukabura attempt to swallow another animal, only to start choking on it. A Hunter can never know if they are being attacked as a territorial threat, or if they are being targeted as prey. Often times, the answer is simple; it's both.
 
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These amphibians are surprisingly agile. They can move extremely rapidly and constantly orient themselves to keep their tusks in front of a prey item or a rival. These frog-like creatures also posess a strong sense of accuracy. They can leap out of a pool of water to catch a small prey item running along the shore and snatch it in mid-leap and throw a boulder at a moving Hunter with reliable accuracy.
 

Revision as of 18:35, 17 December 2016



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This is merely a plausible explanation for the monster(s) in this article, and may or may not be considered canon to the series.

In-Game Information

MH4U-Tetsucabra Icon

Amphibians with unique jaws and tusks that they use to sift through rocks for prey. They use their powerful hind legs to traverse steep terrain. The tail supports movement, but can become vulnerable with exertion.

Taxonomy

  • Order: Caudata
  • Suborder: Demon Frog
  • Family: Cabra

The Tetsucabra is a member of the Amphibian class and is a close relative of the Zamite and its adult form, Zamtrios. It was put into this class from it closely resembling amphibians like frogs and from it being different in many ways from other monster classes. Tetsucabra also has a closely related dark green Subspecies that it coexists with in the Sunken Hollow and Volcanic Hollow.

Habitat Range

In the Old World, Tetsucabra inhabit the Jurassic Frontier, Sunken Hollow, when the volcano is dormant in the area, and the Volcanic Hollow, when the volcano is active. Tetsucabra can also be found rarely in the EverwoodDesert and in the freezing waters of the Frozen Seaway. Within the New World, they've been seen at the Deserted Island

Ecological Niche

Tetsucabra prey upon anything smaller than themselves that ventures too close to the water. This includes Kelbi, AptonothJaggi, Rhenoplos  and Slagtoth. Due to their large size and tough armor, they have only other large predators to be wary of. These include Gore Magala, Deviljho, Glavenus, NajaralaStygian Zinogre and Kushala Daora. They compete for territory with other aquatic inhabitants, such as Zamtrios and Tidal Najarala in the Frozen Seaway.

Biological Adaptations

The scales of a Tetsucabra is used mainly for camouflage inside caves and on them is a special oil that holds heat. Despite the look of the scales, its skin is actually flexible yet hard somewhat resembling an actual toad's skin. A Tetsucabra's skull is robust and durable enough to take a lot of damage from threats of all sorts. Though the Tetsucabra has two large tusks, these are not used for hunting. The primary function of these tusks is for defense and as means to manipulate the environment. The tusks themselves are capable weapons, but the Tetsucabra is also capable of hefting up heavy boulders. The Tetsucabra flings these boulders out of the way of its path but it can also use this as a method of attack to injure predator and prey alike. It uses these boulders as a shield against predators and hunters to prevent attacks. It also uses this to enclose small, tight areas, making it harder to maneuver. Another fact about the Tetsucabra is its ability to spit a glob of fluid at prey items. This sticky material acts as a powerful adhesive, sticking to the body and ground like glue. Even for a hunter, the adhesive quality of this material is not very strong, but it makes every movement a labor and greatly weakens the prey, leading to a reduction in stamina. When the Tetsucabra exerts itself, its tail inflates, possibly to help it balance itself as it picks up large boulders and rocks. The legs of a Tetsucabra help it perform powerful leaps, lunges, and jumps in the air to help it either ambush prey or to reach steep slopes out of its reach. A Tetsucabra's claws are powerful enough to break rock with ease and can destroy powerful armor. 

Behavior

Tetsucabra are highly aggressive, territorial monsters though their ecology is much like a frog. The amphibians are well-known for attacking and eating anything that moves in their line of sight and leaping from ponds in order to grab potential prey. Despite being found in ponds, they spend most of their time on land, which could suggest that they patrol their territory on land, much like Zamtrios. During the breeding season male Tetsucabra will create large holes to impress females so that they'll lay their eggs in them. When the female lays her eggs in the pit the male will quickly fertilize them. After fertilizing the eggs the male will then carry them in his mouth and he will not eat anything until the offspring are fully developed.