Snapbowl (Captura aquatica)

Alias: None
Origin: Jeyrha (coastal shallows)

The Snapbowl is a carnivorous aquatic plant found in the coastal shallows of Jeyrha. It features bowl-shaped traps that quickly snap shut upon contact, capturing small fish and aquatic invertebrates. Its role in regulating local populations has made it a focal point of ecological and mechanical study in Jeyrhan settlements.

Terrain

Coastal shallows, rooted in sandy, wet soils. Absent in deep or arid biomes.

Lifespan

Lives 8–12 years. Matures at 1–2 years. Produces seeds in tidal seasons.

Height & Spread

Reaches 0.3–0.6 meters in height, with a spread of 0.5–1 meter. Juveniles range from 0.1–0.3 meters.

Uses

• Ecological Role: Controls populations of small fish and aquatic organisms; supports coastal biodiversity and food chain balance.
• Cultural Significance: Regarded in Jeyrhan culture as a symbol of cunning and adaptation; studied for its trap precision and fluid dynamics.
• Guidance: Avoid triggering traps during harvest. Observation recommended via remote or submerged viewing tools.

Notes

Documented in the Era of Absolute Expansion (~3,000 years before modern Geba), Snapbowls enhance Jeyrha’s coastal ecosystems. Extant and intriguing.