Crest Hound

Submission for an art jam.

"Distinguished by their striking red dorsal crests, Crest Hounds (Praecepelupus) are medium sized canine like creatures native to the northern desert regions of MPAJ03 - 0320. Primarily acting as hunter-scavengers, they hunt in packs of 4-6 taking down much larger prey though they would usually flee in the presence of larger predators. Their distinctive dorsal crests act as a sensory organ while their back plates can vibrate to produce a variety of sounds which they use as a form of communication. Their agile light bodies enable them to traverse the maze-like ravines and cliffs of their habitat allowing them to ambush their prey or escape to safety.”