A sketch request done for http://crimsonvampiress.deviantart.com/ depicting her fantasy species, the Mushrew.
"Summery: Mushrew spend most of their time living and feeding underground. They come up to the surface for water. They rely on ther mushroom like tail to blend into the leaf litter of the forest floor while searching for food such as insects and plant matter. If threatened suddenly; Mushrew release toxic spores/ liquid that could poison and kill its foe. Mushrew couples mate for life. The mother will give birth to a litter of 8-10 offspring and both parents will look after the youngsters until they are 1-2 years of age. History: Mushrew have been long since loathed and in some cases; feared for their fact that their poison in large dosages could be harmful. But one researcher found out that people suffering Fits/Epilepsy amongst other conditions that had no cure; The Mushrew's toxins in small and steady doses; worked as therapy. The condition of these people got better the more they were exposed given the doses stayed the same. They are known as Magic Mushrews. sufferers who are still undergoing treatment have obtained the right to own the species as pets and companions"
Description and creature design © http://crimsonvampiress.deviantart.com/ Drawing by ConcreteChicken/ EvilSaintGood