SHARUMP SPECIES GUIDE

There are two different sub-species of Sharumps;

Freshwater: Those that live in ponds, rivers, creeks and lakes and can spend time both on land and in water. Daintier fins, shorter tails.

Freshwater is the only Sharump species that can have any kind of fur growth. Which is extremely rare, even for Freshwater Sharumps.



Saltwater: Those that live in the ocean currents, both shallow and deep. They very rarely come up onto land though they still have the ability. Larger fins and longer tails.





Sharump's live on the tiny islands located around Snapper Cove. They're not as big a tourist attraction as the main island, but there have been brave souls who venture out to the scattered islands where the Sharump species lives. The two species get along rather well!

Their bodies are completely made of hard, rubbery flesh. Think a mix of a shark's rough, toothy skin and the soft blubber of a whale! They feel a little bit rough to touch!

The Freshwater Sharump averages between 1-2 feet in height and about 4-5 feet in length while a Saltwater Sharump can reach averages of 3-4 feet in height and up to 8 feet in length.



FEATURES;

Ears: All Sharump's have stiff cartilage backed ears. They do come in a variety of sizes though most are pointed. They are flexible and can be moved to listen to sounds around them. The insides of their ears are specially made to hear sonar and other aquatic sounds.

Tails: All Sharump's have a tail. There is no such thing as a Sharump with no tail or a VERY short tail, as they would not be able to survive! Tails come in a variety of different shapes! Most Saltwater Sharump's have longer tails to help them survive in the oceans while most Freshwater Sharump's have shorter tails for tighter turning and to keep from getting tangled in the aquatic plant life.

Extras: Some Sharump's have been born with a breathing apparatus, making it possible for them to spend longer bouts on land. The breathing 'bubble' is a part of their bodies and does not come off. It is extremely rare however.



It's relatively common to see Sharump's with fins on their backs. This helps them remain stable while swimming or making quick turns so they do not roll baring their bellies.

Like some species of sharks, some Sharump's have poison pouches and are quite venomous! This is incredibly rare however. Venom pouches are always located on their tails. Any Sharump with spines on it is venomous.



DIET;

All Saltwater Sharump's are carnivore's.

Freshwater Sharump's can be omnivorous. Though their diet still mainly consists of fish / other aquatic wild life.



BREEDING;

Traditionally Sharump's breed in the water. However there have been rare circumstances where they will breed on land. Usually this occurs when they are breeding with a non-aquatic species. Sharump's do not lay eggs. Though they are an aquatic animal, they give birth to live, baby Sharump's as many predator's do.

Sharumps are a closed species belonging to Messen and NolanParks.
You may NOT make your own!