Ukanlos Ecology

Disclaimer:: This is merely a plausible explanation for the monster(s) in this article, and should not be considered canon.

Taxonomy
The Ukanlos is related to the Akantor of the volcano, although these two creature have taken extremely different courses of evolution. The Ucamulbas has adapted to the icy mountains. It is unknown whether these two creatures came from the same ancestor.

Habitat Range
It is evident that Ucamulbas can only survive in sub-zero areas such as the Snowy Mountains particularly in the area only known as the Glacier.

Ecological Niche
This creature is far removed from the normal ecology. it is so powerful it can ravage the land it lives in. It is rarely seen though. Little is known of this creature.

Biological Adaptations
Ukanlos has grown a tough streamlined carapace to "swim" though the ice. Ucamulbas may eat the ice and absorb minerals, however this beast is rather large so the amount of ice it would have to eat would be insane. This is most likely the reason it is often sighted after an avalanche. It has eaten so much of the ice in the mountain that the ice cannot support it's weight and collapses. Also, this creature may be capable of swimming as seen when it moves though the ice. It is also capable of expelling ice to attack any thing dumb enough to attempt to harm it. In order to survive the weather this creature may have a large layer of fat underneath it's hard shell. This beast may also hibernate for vast periods of time to survive after feeding.

Behavior
Generally, upon noticing hunters, the beast will attack and attempt to kill them. Even in a party of four hunters it will relentlessly attack anyone not choosing a single target. However it is unknown how it acts when not hunting but it is thought to be quite timid and docile.