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Golden Chotlack

The golden chotlack is a small mammal that used to live in the jungles and woodlands of the planet, but has since wholly migrated to caves underground. It is known for its nocturnal habits, its ability to use echolocation, and its ability to weave golden thread out of most other materials. It usually lives alone. Chotlacks have learned to live as far away from human settlements as they possibly can; any time they are found they are immediately hunted and imprisoned. Chotlacks speak in a high pitch and volume, using a mix of squeaking, chirping, and yelling.

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