tarmkatetrar

Tarmkatetrar is a fictional creature from the works of author Ursula K. Le Guin. It is a large, amphibious, herbivorous animal native to the planet Gethen, in Le Guin's Earthsea series. Tarmkatetrar are known for their distinctive appearance, with a long, serpentine body, a large, flat head, and a pair of powerful, webbed feet. They are primarily aquatic, spending most of their time in the water, but they are also capable of walking on land.

Tarmkatetrar are herbivores, feeding on aquatic plants and algae. They are generally peaceful creatures, but they can be dangerous if threatened. They are also known for their ability to communicate with each other using a series of clicks and whistles.

Tarmkatetrar play a significant role in the Earthsea series, particularly in the novel "The Farthest Shore." They are often depicted as symbols of the natural world and the interconnectedness of all living things. The creature's name, "tarmkatetrar," is derived from the language of the Gethenians, the inhabitants of the planet Gethen.