Hook Horror

Hook Horrors are large predators from Dungeons & Dragons.

Physiology
Hook horrors resemble large insects with beaks. They are purplish in coloration. Their heads resemble vulture heads. They have birdlike feet and huge arms covered in barbs. At the end of these arms are hooks, hence the name. They are fairly strong and muscled.

Behavior and Diet
Hook horrors eat fungi and whatever they can catch. They are pack creatures that hunt together. They have surprising intellect and communicate using a complex language comprised of clacking and clicks. They live in groups of family and extended family. Each group is ruled by the strongest female. She usually places her mate as head of the hunters. They lay eggs to breed.