Paarl Snowworm
The Paarl Snowworm is the first to take advantage of the fauna on Snow island as a food source. In addition to feeding on crystal flora, it will supplement its diet with the juveniles of Maroon Knightworms and Snowworms. Its body has lengthened considerably through the duplication of segments. It now possesses seven body segments and each is interlocked with the others to form a solid and water tight exoskeleton. The flexible section of its body segments has developed into distinct appendages allowing it to travel much faster than its ancestor.
Its antennae have shifted to be positioned below its eyes and oriented upward, turning them into an appendage with which to manipulate their surroundings. The antennae are sharp and are used primarily to cut through tough mycelial stalks. During breeding season the Paarl Snowworms will also feed on juvenile Knightworms and Snowworms.
The Paarl Snowworm reproduces in fresh water. The lakes and rivers of Snow island are relatively barren save for microbial life, and thus make the perfect nurseries for the Paarl Snowworm’s young. The only competition occurs between them and other species of Snowworm in the area. Unlike their ancestors, the Paarl Snowworms do not care for their young. Eggs are laid in calm waters and left to develop. They will hatch quickly, within 5 days of being laid, but will remain in the water for up to a month before emerging to the surface. They will mature within a year and will breed yearly until their deaths. Natural life spans range from 4-5 years.