Genkerana

Genkerana is a Temnoceran.

Physiology
Genkerana is a large, primarily violet-colored Temnoceran. It possesses a pair of yellow, spiked, blade-like forelegs that are suggestive of a mantis's raptorial forelegs. It also has four yellow spiny legs which are used for walking. Genkerana sports purple eyes and a pair of large, serrated, retractable mandibles. It has a large spherical abdomen that is adorned with a black stripe and red spots on a yellow background that resemble a smiley face.

Abilities
Genkerana is able to launch copious amounts of sticky silk to ensnare prey. It then uses its bladed forelimbs to slice up captured prey. Additionally, it can inject hallucinogenic venom via its bite, confusing and disorienting hunters.

Taxonomy

 * Order: Chelicerata
 * Family: Kerana

Habitat Range
Genkerana is usually found living within the Tarred Craters.

Ecological Niche
Genkerana is a crafty predator that sits in the middle of the food chain. It usually preys on smaller creatures such as Bnahabra, Kelbi, and Aptonoth. However, its preferred prey item is Petrosca. Genkerana does compete with other predators such as Crambaldon and Phaltarus, both of which pose a threat to the Temnoceran. Crambaldon in particular is known to actually prey on Genkerana, using its head to smash open its exoskeleton and then feed on its innards.

Biological Adaptations
Like Nerscylla, Genkerana is capable of extending its fangs at an incredible length and force. This can allow it to still capture prey when said prey is at a considerable distance. These fangs contain a hallucinogenic venom that can confuse and disorient prey. Genkerana also possesses mantis-like forelegs that are greatly enlarged and adapted for catching and gripping prey. There is a pattern located on its abdomen that resembles a smiley face. This face-like pattern serves as a warning to other predators. Some hunters that have been affected by Genkerana's venom claim that the face actually moves.

Behavior
An ambush predator that will readily attack from behind, below, and above. Genkerana does not actually spin a web, but rather finds a large enough crevice and lines the inside of it with silk.