In this article, I will describe all the important and less important aspects of the author's hybrid - Carafox.

In this article, you will learn:

- Who are Carafox?
- Distinguishing features of the hybrid
- Characteristics
- A vanished anomaly or the first experiment - Longi
- Mutations

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Who are Carafox?
Carafox (Cat + Raptor + Fox) is a genetically modified, artificially bred hybrid. It consists of genes from canines, felines, and dromaeosaurids, including hybrids. They were bred as docile and trainable medium-sized predators, but were never used and subsequently released into the wild. Despite all attempts by scientists to stabilize the creature, as well as several generations of the hybrid, it is still unstable and often exhibits mutations, both congenital and manifested.

The hybrid is gregarious; solitary specimens are rare. A pack can consist of up to 20 individuals, not counting cubs. A Coralis pack is similar in appearance to a pack of wolves or raptors—a well-coordinated group, both in hunting and in defending their territory. The pack always has a "camp"—a place where all the Coralis of a particular pack live, and where their nest is located.

THE HYBRID IS CONSTRUCTED AND DOES NOT EXIST IN REALITY!

The hybrid is almost entirely open for use, with the exception of the "Longi" project, as the individual in that project is the only one of its kind.

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Distinctive features of the hybrid
The hybrid has its own distinctive features. However, their obvious manifestation depends on the number of deviations and mutations a particular individual has.

Some distinctive features:

- Long, tapering tongue, sometimes forked at the end
- Sharp teeth of the same size (sometimes with the exception of the fangs)
- Clear distinction between the sexes—males are larger than females; Males have long feathers on the nape and tail, while females have long hair.
- Strong forelimbs. The raptor is capable of walking on all fours or using only its hind legs.
- The tail serves as a balance beam, but unlike raptor tails, it is quite flexible.
- Large sickle-shaped claw.
Some additional distinguishing features depend on the specific species used to create a particular individual or on the genes of the parents. For example, hybrids created from pure species are more stable, while those created from other hybrid species often have mutations and abnormalities that often prevent them from living long and full lives.

The most unstable hybrids are those created from Indoraptors. Although these individuals are born large, they have a low survival rate, are extremely weak in health, have a high metabolism, are highly aggressive, and are often born with virtually no feathers. However, even among such hybrids, there are exceptions.

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Hybrid Characteristics
Carafox are dangerous schooling predators. Their packs have a unique hierarchy and organization, with each member performing a specific function (except, perhaps, the young). Females and young primarily hunt, while males defend the pack from enemies.

Carafox are often no more than 150 cm long (from nose to tail) and about 100-120 cm tall (from shoulder to shoulder), although individuals can be both larger and smaller. Half the length of an adult is occupied by the tail, which serves as a balance beam, an ornament (in males), or a place for the young to hide from danger or the cold (in females).

Carafox are predators. They feed on meat, obtaining food by hunting, but may sometimes catch fish or scavenge. They hunt small and medium-sized prey, either by stalking them as closely as possible or by initially driving them into a trap.

Carafox have strong legs that allow them to strike powerfully, tear prey with their claws, and run quickly and for long periods. They can move on both four and two legs. They primarily walk on all fours (to reduce the strain on their spine), switching to their two hind legs when running.

Carafox teeth are sharp and uniform, and in rare cases, canines have normal length. However, the predator has a relatively weak jaw, so they primarily use their forepaws for hunting and killing prey.

The hybrid is most often active during the day, but can be active at night in the summer, as its thick undercoat makes it difficult to tolerate heat. They are more suited to areas with a consistently moderate or cool climate.

Another characteristic is the color change and alteration of the caral's "coat" as it grows. The young are almost always gray, brownish, or beige and have no other "coat" than down. Over time, as they grow, each individual develops its own color and plumage composition.

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The Vanished Anomaly or the First Experiment - Longi
A special role in the history of this hybrid is played by "Longi," the first experimental caral. "Constructed" from the genes of a wolf, a cheetah, and another previously mentioned hybrid, the Indoraptor.

Since this individual was the first of its kind, it is extremely unstable, not to mention being assembled in an unconventional and completely unstable manner.

The scientists' work resulted in the development of an unstable, hairless, large, and aggressive animal with an unnatural coloring and a sharp mind.

Initially, the specimen showed no unusual traits, was harmless and curious, but as a result of age-related mutations and the scientists' work, it became insane and uncontrollable.

The experiment's subsequent fate is unknown. After an incident in the laboratory caused by the hybrid's activity, it was imprisoned within the laboratory walls along with the other experiments and the scientists who had not managed to escape. In an attempt to stop the hybrid, Cei and Mei — a large, canine-like creature stitched together from several creatures—were released. However, the experiment failed to defeat the "Longi" and severely injured the carafox. The creature managed to escape its confinement, and its fate is now unknown.

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Mutations
Despite the scientists' efforts, Carafox are not a stable hybrid. Mutations come in a wide variety, but in this section we'll describe a few:

- Dwarfism. This is expressed as a small size, regardless of the individual's genetic makeup.
- Gigantism. This is the opposite of dwarfism.
- Albinism. This is expressed by a snow-white coat, as well as red or violet eyes. Individuals with albinism often have partial or complete deafness.
- Melanism. The opposite of "albino," these individuals have a black coat and red eyes, but unlike albinos, they do not have organ problems.
- Baldness. This is most often seen in individuals that are "hybrid hybrids"—roughly speaking, a mixture of normal species with hybrids, or hybrids with another hybrid species.
- Chimeras. These are distinguished by their unusual appearance—a divided body coloration. Mental problems and heterochromia are common.
- "Cat-like" face. As their name suggests, they are distinguished by a shortened muzzle. They differ only in appearance.
To reiterate, these are just a few common and often harmless mutations. Some mutations can be dangerous or even completely incompatible with life, such as the absence of organs or body parts.

If you have any questions about the hybrid, you can ask them in the comments.