yekoon
Yekoon is a fictional creature that appears in the speculative biology project "Xenopedia" created by artist and writer Wayne Barlowe. In Barlowe's universe, yekoons are described as inhabitants of the planet Darwin IV, a world envisioned with unique and often bizarre evolutionary paths. Physically, yekoons are depicted as avian-reptilian hybrids with a distinctive appearance. They typically possess leathery wings, allowing for limited flight or gliding, and scaly skin. Their heads often feature prominent crests or horns, and their limbs are adapted for terrestrial locomotion.
The ecological role of yekoons within Darwin IV's ecosystems is varied depending on their specific subspecies