Alionadraco major
Extinct (April 12th, 2020): Outcompeted by D. chadensis and D. robustus
Reaching lengths of up to 8 inches, D. major shifted from its life in the trees, to fill the role of an omnivore on the forest floor. They also have evolved bony plates or scutes on their backs to help avoid predation. They will commonly be found eating fruit fallen to the forest floor, but are opportunistic hunters and have adapted strong back legs to help them cruise at speeds of up to 25 mph while hunting. They have a very strong bite, capable of crushing the shells of some members of the Fibonnaccus genus. They mate for life, and lay 3-4 eggs twice a year. Once the eggs hatch, the pair will nature the young for up to four months before leaving them to fend for themselves.
