Mooncalf

Mooncalf

Species information

Skin colour

Pale grey

Native range

Existing worldwide

Ministry of Magic Classification

Beast
XX

The Mooncalf is a shy creature that only comes out of its burrow during a full moon.

Once the Mooncalf is in the moonlight, it performs complicated dance moves while standing on its hind legs. It is believed that this is part of the Mooncalf mating ritual, but also has the side effect of creating geometric patterns in wheat fields that confuse Muggles.

Mooncalf dung, if harvested before the sun rises, will make magical plants grow fast and strong.

Hodags feed largely on Mooncalves.

Description

The Mooncalf has smooth, pale grey skin, and four spindly legs that end in large flat webbed feet. The Mooncalf also has a very long neck and bulging blue eyes that sit on the top of its head.