Saurian Family Structure (Sauria 1E)

The Saurian Family Unit
==Parenting==
Saurain parents exhibit nesting behavior from both the male and female of the pair. In modern society this behavior is exhibited through the purchasing of such conveniences as incubators, nesting cushions, and other comforters. Though certain parents prefer a less modern take on nesting by procuring a 'nest bed'. It's a round bowl like cushioned furniture piece designed so that when the eggs are layed (in roughly 13 to 14 days) the two may sleep to either side of the clutch. With this behavior stated, it's worth noting that unlike Human offspring the hatchlings of a Saurian have a bonding akin to that of terrestrial avians where upon hatchling they bond with the first person they see which is why it's important for both parents to be present at the hatching (which takes about 8 and a half months). Though as with nesting some regions have the tradition of the mother being present only- the father hiding until the eggs have hatched. Typically to avoid a situation where- the father- being away often- is gravely desired by a juvenile who due to their father's work isn't able to leave to accompany them. Thus the tradition is seen as a way of promoting a less stressful upbringing. During the 8 months of nesting some parents feel the desire to paint their eggs (which is discouraged) or decorate them in some fashion. Some sing to them, and read to them. But more then any other impulse is the desire to be home regardless of work or other responsibilities. A left over impulse from more primitive days when rivals would destroy eggs, steal eggs, or worse. While such crimes still persist and thus the impulse is not obsolete the frequency of such crime is believed to be less then it was eons ago. The pair tend to be highly territorial during those eight months leading to at times behavior that can be seen as erratic- needless arguing with inlaws over the phone, baseless accusations of siblings, or complaining that the mail carrier went too far onto their land. Usually such moments are laughed off afterwards as such is a thing every Saurian parent goes through. With in 2 or 3 days of hatching the parents typically invite their extended family for a Hatching Party where they receive various toys, garb, and accessories for the hatched. The Nesting Nerves subsiding and relationships being mended if need be with those afflicted typically expressing understanding for the behavior. The scales of these newly Hatched are fragile and pale of color and handling must be gentle. When the offspring begins to enter it's late teens most are by financial incentive or at times drastic action encouraged to leave the home though in some regions multiple families are known to reside in the same abode where in such late teens are encouraged rather to find a mate to bring to the home.
Category:Sauria
Category:Sauria 1E