DRAGON: COMMON WELSH GREEN
DRAGON
M.O.M. Classification: XXXXX
Probably the most famous of all magical beasts, dragons are among the most difficult to hide. The female is generally larger and more aggressive than the male, though neither should be approached by any but highly skilled and trained wizards. Dragon hide, blood, heart, liver and horn all have highly magical properties, but dragon eggs are defined as Class A Non-Tradeable Goods.
There are ten breeds of dragon, though these have been known to interbreed on occasion, producing rare hybrids. Pure-bred dragons are as follows:
ANTIPODEAN OPALEYE
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CHINESE FIREBALL
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COMMON WELSH GREEN
The Welsh Green blends well with the lush grass of its homeland, though it nests in the higher mountains, where a reservation has been established for its preservation. The Ilfracombe Incident notwithstanding, this breed is among the least troublesome of the dragons, preferring, like the Opaleye, to prey on sheep and actively avoiding humans unless provoked. The Welsh Green has an easily recognisable and surprisingly melodious roar. Fire is issued in thin jets. The Welsh Green’s eggs are an earthy brown, flecked with green.
HEBRIDEAN BLACK
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HUNGARIAN HORNTAIL
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NORWEGIAN RIDGEBACK
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PERUVIAN VIPERTOOTH
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ROMANIAN LONGHORN
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SWEDISH SHORT-SNOUT
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UKRAINIAN IRONBELLY
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INDEX FOR ALL CREATURES HERE: X
“Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them”, London, Bloomsbury, 2001, J.K. Rowling as Newt Scamander.
