Undergrowth Records: Obdulucus Pontivea

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--Designation: Obdulucus Pontivea

--Clearance: Level 0

--Status: Partially secured.

--Response: LETHAL, POISON

--Classes: Xenoflora, Latexphera

--Biohazards: None.

--Research: Ongoing.

--Eco Threat: Invasive.

--Hominid Threat: Starvation.

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IDENTIFICATION:

Obdulucus pontivea resembles a fleshy black climbing vine or borrowing root supported by the retention of pressurized bioluminescent fluid. (Typically ranging from pale cyan to teal) If no bioluminescence is visible form the outside, Obdulucus pontivea may be differentiated from ████Obdulucus█ ████ by testing the rigidity of the flesh from 3-4 meters away with a prodding implement.

Pontivea is differentiated from similar Obdulucus species by its "bridging" behavior. When the species detects the pressure of climbing fauna along its vines, it will slowly adjust its shape to form a hardened flat platform.

OVERVIEW & ENGAGEMENT:

Obduluca flesh is safe to the touch, but fluid contact should be avoided for its adhesive properties. Suggested PPE includes a loose fitting poncho or hazard suit with a chlorinated outer surface to prevent adhesion.

Any Obduluca encountered outside of its habitat is to be treated with a limonene bath or latexphera herbicide immediately.

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