väriäino

Väriäino is a fictional creature appearing in the speculative evolution project *Xenobiologia* by Christoper Rupe. It is described as an arboreal herbivore native to the planet Veridia. The creature is characterized by its elongated, prehensile tail which it uses for locomotion and to grasp branches. Its body is covered in short, dense fur, typically displaying camouflage patterns that help it blend into its forested environment. The coloration of a väriäino can vary depending on its specific subspecies and habitat.

Väriäino possess large, forward-facing eyes, suggesting a reliance on good vision for navigating its arboreal home and detecting predators. Their diet primarily consists of leaves, fruits, and buds found on the trees of Veridia. They are generally solitary animals, coming together only during mating season. Reproduction involves live birth, with the young being altricial and dependent on their mother for an extended period. Their primary predators are larger, aerial hunters native to Veridia. The creature's name is derived from Finnish words relating to color and a specific type of fur, reflecting its visual characteristics.