Volvidon Ecology



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

In-Game Information
"Volcanoes, coming to the hunter attacks with long tongue and rammed rounded body type animal tusks that live in Sawara. Throwing liquid paralysis attack is also ricochet in the post and attack the gas odor is introduced. "

Taxonomy
The Rangurotora is a Pelagus, a group of mammalian monsters that includes the Blango and Conga family, Rajang, Bulldrome and Orugaron.

Habitat Range
Rangurotora is found in the Sandy Plains and the Volcano.

Ecological Niche
The Rangurotora most likely feeds on insect and plant life, much like real armadillos. It is a medium sized pelagus, but it still is a fairly small monster, so it may fall prey to bigger monsters like Hapurubokka, Tigrex, Rathalos, Agnaktor and Deviljho.

Biological Adaptations
Rangurotora have a special leathery armor on their backs, protecting them from attacks. When contorted into a ball, there is little that a predator can do. Its tongue is long and sticky, allowing it to 'grasp' prey from long distances. Since it feeds mainly on Bnahabra and Altaroth, it is able to convert the paralyzing toxins the insects naturally produce in to its own system. This being done, now its own saliva has the same paralytic qualities, aiding it in its defense against predators.

Behavior
Not much is known of this monster's behavior, but it has been seen attacking hunters using its long tongue and coiled body. Also seen emiting a foul smelling gas. It is probably able to defend itself using its paralyzing saliva and then roll away unharmed.