Simetran Fauna

Many notable things have been added to the databanks of the republic and have become remembered or traditional because of the value they held. The fauna of Simetra are often sought after for research or preservation and plays a vital role in keeping the spirit of Simetra alive.

## Grovia

### Dat-Hound

A large, fearsome creature similar in appearance to hyena but actually considered to have more in common with the timber wolves of Earth instead of being more closely related to big cats, it is commonly in territorial conflict with newly established Grovian communities. Despite this, it still has a large, healthy population, in thanks to Grovian caution about encroaching on its native territory.

### Grovian Hunting Dog

The favorite dog of many Grovians due to its very potent ability to sniff out prey and vast intelligence for a hound, making it capable of learning hunting techniques that other, less intelligent dogs would struggle with.

### Grovian Cathiri

The largest and most populous of the large pseudo-cats of Grovia, the Cathiri is similar in appearance to a jaguar but even having fur of a brownish color, but due to a possible mutation of earlier Cathiri, its fur can appear dark green in certain lights.

### Hiskar

A game animal native to Grovia famed for its venison like meat. Despite the meat being similar to Earth animals such as Deer and Elk, a Hiskar resembles a larger house cat, with the disposition of such. Despite being a pseudo-cat, like the Cathiri it is related to, the Hiskar is docile and generally hunted by its fellow felines and other carnivorous creatures.

## Borealia

### Ursa

The Ursa is a hulking, heavyset and hardy species of pseudo-bears that exist in the frozen wastes of Borealia, feeding primarily on Pusa, a readily available food source for the Ursa on the ice they roam often.`

### Pusa

The Pusa is a rapid breeding pseudo-seal creature. Due to their rapid and large litters, the Pusa is a staple of both the Borealians and the Borealian carnivore animals.

### Borealian Snow Hound

Descended from Siberian Huskies and other breeds of snow hardy dogs, the Snow Hound is a friendly and bright companion and even able of aiding in hunting down the Pusa of the frozen wastelands.

## Yahro

### Yanda

A yanda is a native species of bear to Yharo. They have black and white fur coats, and are docile creatures that eat bamboo.

### Mingyo

A rare fish that is only found in the rivers of Yharo. The fish is said to bring good luck to those that see it. If eaten it will make the consumer physically and mentally stronger, although this is taboo in their culture.

### Yharo String Spinners

Yharo’s state of the art silk is made by these small worms. They are farmed and bred to make exquisite clothing, something Yharo is known for.

### Yahro Water Bison

The water bison of Yharo is similar to a camel in appearance but they are herded and live near Yharo’s shores. When butchered, their meat is said to be much more flavorful than any other bison species.

## Anguilla

### Anguillian Retriever

The Retriever that is most popular in the Anguilla region, it is a cross breed between labrador retrievers and german shepherds and other sheep-herding breeds, which is important for the Anguillian populace, as they do tend herds of Partum.

### Partum

A very creative and intelligent sheep-like creature, leading to being named Partum - meaning creative in latin. With milk similar to a dairy cow and wool that is prized by non-replicated clothing artisans, this now domesticated animal is tended on larger islands in the archipelago.

### Anguillian Cathiri

The native to Anguilla version of the Cathiri, this large cat is smaller than the Grovian version but no less vicious and deadly. It blends in superbly well in the greens and browns of the many tropical islands.

### Black Back

The black back is similar to the diamondback snake of Earth but vastly more venomous, capable of killing a man in half the time with its potent bite. An anti-venom has been developed and there is experimentation with its venom for military and medical purposes.

## Moria

### Elephus

A creature that is suspiciously similar to Elephants of Earth, leading to the latin name for an Elephant being used to name them. Despite their similar appearances, Elephuses are far more docile and even tend to roam close to human populations, even being welcomed in the Megacities of Mora.

### Morian Desert Dog

A dog that can almost exclusively be found in Mora, it is much more at home in the hot and dry conditions of the desert continent. It isn’t as smart as the other breeds but is very delightful as a pet.

### Sand Vulas

A desert variation of the Vulas, with a brown coat instead of a white coat and a longer muzzle and far larger ears.

### Golden Back

A Morian creature that could be confused for being closely related to the Black Back due to their similar names, instead the Golden Back is a snake like creature, not unlike those seen in mythology but with golden, shimmering scales. It has a hood like a viper and roams in packs of three. Its scales are valued by jewelry craftsmen and collectors alike.