Category:Aquatic Shivae

In many ways aquatic shivae are similar to their land-born brethen, but there are some differences.

Aquatic Shivae live both on the land and in the water equally as well. They are primarily found on coasts and near rivers, lakes and streams. They do not tend to wander too far from water, but live near it rather than in it. They do have gills, but can also breathe air. They can be located far north and south and get fatter the farther north they're located for obvious reasons of needing insulation. The salt water varieties tend to be larger than the fresh water ones (who size varies widely depending on their diet when young), with some kinds living in both types of water. Their coloration is similar to land shivae in that they are dark on the upper side of their bodies and lighter underneath, but smooth skinned, lacking fur and feathers. Their coloration is usually greys to white, blues and black with white striping or spots common, along with splashes of bright reds and gold streaking over their heads and necks.

They can go cold, but for much shorter distances than land shivae.

Rather than the males being driven out at maturity, all chicks remain with their families as long as they want, though many wander when they are about to reach maturity.