Male Hatchling
Name: unnamed
Species: Tropical Cerapicta
Birthday: Monday, December 18, 2023
Owner: NurseryAssistants
Element: Water 
Unlike other hatchlings, the tropical cerapicta prefer to build things rather than play. Be it a castle made of sand and colorful pebbles or a hideout of algae, these hatchlings put their creativity to good use, always finding new things to add to their small constructions. When not busy collecting rubble for their architectural plans, the hatchlings chase starfish alongside their parents, mastering their innate hunting skills. They are fierce even as hatchlings, never backing down from attacking something bigger than them if feeling threatened. Water magic comes naturally for them and the young cerapicta will sometimes use it in small flows to ruin their recently built castles if not satisfied with the result, or, in other cases, to playfully scare nearby creatures.
Known for their vividly colored bodies, tropical cerapicta are small, zealous creatures found in the shallow-water coral reefs near the Callisto Islands. They feed exclusively on starfish, which makes them beneficial for the corals. Not only do they rid their home of its natural predators, but they also keep it clean of any rubble that may find its way into the area. They use water magic to push things around, and on some occasions, to prank other creatures. Whilst small in size, the cerapicta are ferocious creatures. Barely reaching five centimeters in height, they will take on creatures that are up to six times bigger than them, knowing they can count on their potent water manipulation abilities. Although many prefer to keep away from these creatures, dedicated sailors consider them useful companions. If coaxed with enough common starfish treats, the tropical cerapicta can be trained to push and even power vessels.
Sprite art: Mysfytt (hatchling) | Description: Real