Kori Kikori

The glasseaters stubby physique was fine for its niche, but it prevented it from reaching the high-up leaves of the glassleaf. Certain individuals with longer necks and bodies were able to reach these leaves, and with time they became their own species, the kori kikori. The kikori are longer and much more flexible, but also much heavier than their ancestors. When the kikori is large enough, it will often lean against the glassleaf until it falls. The kikori does this because it can then sit comfortably eating the glasseater with its back arched, putting it into a ball-like position that is heat-conserving. The kikori will eat only the leaves and berries of the glassleaf, leaving the trunk to rot and become food for the detrivores. Its chin-spike is much smaller than in its ancestors, as it no longer serves a purpose. Its hooves have also gotten smaller to aid in dexterity. Its tail-foot is longer than the other feet to aid in pushing against the ground while felling glassleaves. The tail limb is often not used during walking, rather it will be held under the individual, closely to its body. This also helps conserve body heat. Its mating and social behavior is much the same as its ancestor, but rather than jousting with chin spikes, the males will bite at each other. Males will often fight standing, with their legs on each other's shoulders.