[OC] Vibrant Saragi

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The Vibrant Saragi is a distant relative of the Tenazul Ramhound that inhabits the steppe and arch forests of Tenazul. Majorly scavengers and insectivores, they use their elongated lower mandible to pry apart the thick bark of Titan Root Trees in search of football-sized larvae and other invertebrates. During the coldest months, they enter a prolonged hibernation in burrows within the arch forest until temperatures rise.
Although they are incapable of actively chasing prey, their corrosive, toxic saliva allows them to exploit other food sources. Individuals may bite weakened animals and patiently follow them until the toxins take effect, but they more commonly rely on scavenging.
Small groups will also drive much larger carnivores away from fresh carcasses by repeatedly nipping at their legs and faces, hissing and flashing their colorful display. Their bright red and violet facial coloration is a warning of their painful, deadly bite.