Black Crown

The Black Crown, also known as the Scorpion Dragon, is a rare species located near Raven's Peak in the Shadowlands.

Appearance
Black Crowns have a large row of sharp, black spines on the backs of their heads, resembling a crown. These spines are made from keratin and are similar to porcupine quills- however, a tiny muscle connects each, and these spines can be raised to look threatening or rubbed together to create an insect-like drone. The tapered jaws are lined with dozens of serrated teeth, and the eyes are usually slate gray.

The wings are large, lined with small bones and muscles- the dragon has four legs armed with claws, and a flexible tail like that of a scorpion. The tail is connected to venom glands and is quite deadly to attackers or prey.

Behavior
Black Crowns are extremely solitary and fairly aggressive to members of their own kind, but are known to be unfailingly loyal to chosen masters.

Habitat
Black Crowns prefer forested areas or rocky outcroppings for their territories- however, these dragons have been found in Arctic tundra as well, and can adapt to new environments.

Range and Distrubution
Black Crowns are found all over Yuro.

Diet
Being carnivores, Black Crowns feed exclusively on meat, usually birds, bats, and other airborne creatures snatched out of the sky. Black Crowns tend to hunt dusk or midnight.