Dolichollicus

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One-hundred sixty-five million years after the extinction of the dinosaurs. The Cenozoic Era, dominated primarily by mammals, is nearing its end. While the majority of bird species had become extinct in the freezing New Pleistocene extinction event, some seed-eating species miraculously survived. Even in a world where the skies are dominated by advanced bats, descendants of columbids and finches have found their way to survive, and to flourish. The Ouh'i Ouh'i, Dolichollicus viridis, comes from the columbid side of the survivors. Distantly related to pigeons and doves, it is among the birds that have re-evolved an insectivorous niche. It inhabits the once-again tropical forests of South America, which are the least affected by the mammalian conquistadores. The Ouh'i Ouh'i can be distinguished from modern birds by its brilliant, green coating as well as the feathers which protrude out from its elongated middle toe. These specialized legs can be used for steering in flight, as well as for promoting gliding flight to conserve energy while hunting for insects flying around in the canopy.

Design
Dolichollicus viridis stands out with its bright green feathers and bright yellow eyes and beak.