About the Species
The Canutis is a closed species (you cannot make one of your own). If you are looking to acquire one, you must get it from Storie. Check out the wild packs registered, where you can find any wild Canutises currently available, and please contact Storie if you want to purchase one/make an offer.
The Canutis is a member of the canine family, and is best distinguished by its great size (height: 37-40 inches a the shoulder [male] 35-38 inches [female]; weight: 250-325 lbs [male] 200-275 lbs [female]; smooth, curved horns; and short tail. Its body appears somewhat stocky when compared to the lithe build of most other wolves. However, it can reach running speeds of up to 28 mph. The Canutis lives and thrives in packs on the Yellow Islands, a group of islands in the Pacific ocean. There are two possible variations of Canutis; the standard Canutis and the Northern Canutis. The only difference between the two is that the Northern Canutis has a much warmer, shaggier coat. While the standard Canutis ranges across all four of the Yellow Islands, the northern Canutis can only be found in the upper regions of the most northern island, Fareway Island.
The Canutis is a member of the canine family, and is best distinguished by its great size (height: 37-40 inches a the shoulder [male] 35-38 inches [female]; weight: 250-325 lbs [male] 200-275 lbs [female]; smooth, curved horns; and short tail. Its body appears somewhat stocky when compared to the lithe build of most other wolves. However, it can reach running speeds of up to 28 mph. The Canutis lives and thrives in packs on the Yellow Islands, a group of islands in the Pacific ocean. There are two possible variations of Canutis; the standard Canutis and the Northern Canutis. The only difference between the two is that the Northern Canutis has a much warmer, shaggier coat. While the standard Canutis ranges across all four of the Yellow Islands, the northern Canutis can only be found in the upper regions of the most northern island, Fareway Island.
Breeding, Lifestyle, and Adolescence
Canutises live in packs of between 5 and 15 members. The alpha male is typically the only one who has breeding rights, especially for breeding with the alpha female. No other males have breeding privileges, and though the alpha male may occasionally breed with other females, it is not common, and never with his own offspring or mother.
If another male wants to breed with the females and/or alpha female, then the current alpha will battle him to maintain the privilege. Canutises fight with their teeth and claws like other canines, but they also use their horns to slash at their opponents. If the current alpha wins the battle, then the challenger is run off and becomes what is known as a "Rebel" Canutis, dwelling alone from then on.
If the challenger wins, then the former alpha is cast out. He becomes known as a "Rebel Alpha", and is so fierce and dangerous that it requires all standard equipment to tame him.
The alpha position is not only for breeding, but the alpha pair (especially the male) also makes all pack decisions on hunting, territory, and other matters that may arise. All pack members must follow their direction, or they may sternly discipline or even banish that individual from the pack. The displaced Canutis would also be called a "Rebel".
The beta male is typically the second strongest male in the pack, and is usually the next in line to challenge and win the alpha position. He is also respected by the other pack members.
The omega [not existent in every pack] is typically the weakest member of the pack. The omega is very submissive, and will likely never have the opportunity to breed. All other pack members fall between the beta and omega positions.
It is possible for young Canutises to move away from packs and either start their own or join another. Alpha males may not always accept new members (especially males), but if the individual is fairly young, he may allow them in. This helps maintain genetic diversity among wild Canutises.
All Canutises are heterosexual, or "straight oriented". Litters can have up to three pups, which is significantly less than most other canine species.
Adolescent Canutises fully display their coat markings by the age of 3 weeks at latest. Their horns begin breaking the skin at about 5 weeks. Pups are fully weaned by 8 weeks at the latest, but can stay near their mother until between 8 and 9 months of age (sometimes less), when they will either take on pack responsibilities or move off to find either another pack or territory for starting a pack of their own.
Pups receive their adult art (and require adult taming equipment) between 1 and 2 months after being weaned.
If another male wants to breed with the females and/or alpha female, then the current alpha will battle him to maintain the privilege. Canutises fight with their teeth and claws like other canines, but they also use their horns to slash at their opponents. If the current alpha wins the battle, then the challenger is run off and becomes what is known as a "Rebel" Canutis, dwelling alone from then on.
If the challenger wins, then the former alpha is cast out. He becomes known as a "Rebel Alpha", and is so fierce and dangerous that it requires all standard equipment to tame him.
The alpha position is not only for breeding, but the alpha pair (especially the male) also makes all pack decisions on hunting, territory, and other matters that may arise. All pack members must follow their direction, or they may sternly discipline or even banish that individual from the pack. The displaced Canutis would also be called a "Rebel".
The beta male is typically the second strongest male in the pack, and is usually the next in line to challenge and win the alpha position. He is also respected by the other pack members.
The omega [not existent in every pack] is typically the weakest member of the pack. The omega is very submissive, and will likely never have the opportunity to breed. All other pack members fall between the beta and omega positions.
It is possible for young Canutises to move away from packs and either start their own or join another. Alpha males may not always accept new members (especially males), but if the individual is fairly young, he may allow them in. This helps maintain genetic diversity among wild Canutises.
All Canutises are heterosexual, or "straight oriented". Litters can have up to three pups, which is significantly less than most other canine species.
Adolescent Canutises fully display their coat markings by the age of 3 weeks at latest. Their horns begin breaking the skin at about 5 weeks. Pups are fully weaned by 8 weeks at the latest, but can stay near their mother until between 8 and 9 months of age (sometimes less), when they will either take on pack responsibilities or move off to find either another pack or territory for starting a pack of their own.
Pups receive their adult art (and require adult taming equipment) between 1 and 2 months after being weaned.