Tahnastyx

Tahnastyx are a large and armor plated Scelidian related to Apceros.

Physiology
Tahnastyx are omnivorous Scelidians very similar in body structure to Apceros, but with stegosaurian features. Rather then having a large single shell like their desert dwelling cousin, the armor of Tahnastyx is composed of layers of boney, keratinous scutes which allows for increased flexibility and defense. The back, shoulders and tail are tipped with large imposing pairs of spikes. The head of Tahnastyx is low and narrow when compared to other Scelidians.

Behavior
Tahnastyx are generally docile and not aggressive, however when encountering large predators or approached by a hunter they are known to lash out in defense. When approached by hunters or predators that haven't attacked them they are known to take a defensive stance and their armored plates will become more vibrant in color.

Placement in Food Chain
Tahnastyx occupy a middle niche in the food chain, being capable of defending themselves from most predators. The only real threat for an adult Tahnastyx would be powerful elder dragons and elder dragon level monsters.

Behavior towards Other Monsters
Tahnastyx are not bothered by the presence of smaller herbivores but can become agitated and lash out against other large monsters and predators. When encountering a threat a Tahnastyx will stand its ground rather than flee.

Tracks
Tahnastyx will leave behind "Medium Round Prints". It will also leave behind torn up carrier ant mounds if it feeds on them.

Specific Locale Interactions
Tahnastyx will feed on carrier ants by breaking the mounds with its powerful tail and consuming them.

Special Behaviors
Tahnastyx has a chance to knock out or stun other monsters in its turf wars regardless of their size by hitting them in the head with its powerful tail.