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Mork Schnape
The Mork Schnape is a fictional animal; we created this for a class projects, this animal does not exist in real life

Mork schnapes are worm like creatures who rely on others waste to feed themselves. The mork schnape branches off from basic worms. Mork Schnapes vary in size from about 3-10 inches in height, but an average mork schnape is 4.11 inches tall. Even though mork shcnapes are close to worms they aren't very similar. They do not have a parasitic niche, as they do not rely on living inside of another being for food. Mork schnapes have mutual relationships with other species, as they are benefitting from their waste, and the species are benefiting from the mork schnapes as it keeps them clean and healthy allowing them to grow. All mork schnapes live on land as they are not fond of water. Their small frame makes it hard for them to swim, due to currents and predators. Another difference is their vertebrate. Mork schnapes have vertebrates which helps them travel on land, rather than in land. Their vertebrates makes it easier for them to travel through long distances.

On average mork schnapes live 5-10 years and their kingdom is animalia.

Etymology and Definition
In the common usage “Mork Schnape” general refers to ubi vermis ambulant—walking worm

The phrase ubi vermis refers to a modern day worm. The term ambulant refers to the act of walking. Put together the words come to form a walking worm. Mork Schnape’s are very similar to worms as they are decomposers. They are different in multiple aspects though. Mork Schnapes also consume animal waste. Their main difference is a appearance though. Mork Schnapes have vertebrates which makes it easier for them to transport than worms can.

Threats
Their small size makes them prone to death by larger animal. Since they eat animal waste products, they are also prone to diseases that are transmitted from waste. Since their food is dependant on other animals and plants, if there is a lack of animals or plants in the area in which they live, then they will begin to die off. Birds also consume them for food so are threatened by most bird species. Since they are small creatures all birds are seen as predators as birds can just fly down and swoop them up for food.

Evolution
Mork Schnape’s early ancestors can be tracked down to worms. However this does not mean that they evolved from worms, as they are two totally different species.They have evolved along with other species and developed vertebrates, which is the main reason which they survive today.They have also never become larger for some reason, they have always stayed relatively small in size.

Diet
The diet for this animal is to consume the waste of plants and animals. This is beneficial to the animal as long as they are near other animals they will always have a constant food supply. This is also beneficial to the environment as Mork Schnapes work in a similar way to a waste disposal, allowing animals to live in more areas, and plants to grow more without the potential of getting diseased. This is an example of mutualism as both species are benefiting from one another.

Behavior
Mork Schnapes are very docile. They do not have any reason to attack others as they dont get their food from dead material. They aren’t the strongest and can't really put up a fight due to their small nature, but they always try to escape predators so they do not fall into these situations.

Migration
During spring through the end of summer, the Mork Schnapes travel around the deciduous forest in groups to find any material that needs to be consumed. They migrate during spring and summer because that’s when it is the hottest climate compared to winter and fall. During winter and fall, they go closer to their original home and hibernate. This creature is sensitive to the cold so they gather around in the warmest areas.