Hervus

The Hervus is a species of large bird; they are most well-known for their remarkable feathers that have camouflage abilities to render the bird nearly invisible, mirroring their surroundings to protect them from predators and help them catch prey.

Appearance
The Hervus has a large, reddish, beak that is segmented into four sections. The mouth, when opened, displays one long tongue and two long, foldable fangs.The feathers of the Hervus mirror it's surroundings- however, they are useless when wet, a visible dull-gray color.

Behavior
They tend to travel in small flocks of 5-10 individuals- the flocks are active mainly at dawn and dusk, sleeping in tall tropical trees at night and foraging and hunting during the day. Hervus are often found sharing quarters with Heitei Lizards.

Habitat
Hervus are not picky when it comes to their habitat, and are fairly adaptable- however, they do favor forests and rocky expanses and often choose such places as their homes.

Diet
Hervus birds are omnivores and eat mainly fish, but will also feed on Gibbonweed, lacetang, and Tree Violets is fish is not avaliable. Small worms and insects are also an acceptable food source.

Range and Distrubution
Hervus are found in large numbers in the Shadowlands and along the Purple Mountains, but also everywhere on Yuro's main continent, Geophala.