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31 Day Alien Challenge: Day 7 - Zuhaitzan

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The Zuhaitzan, native to the forest planet Pyll, are often considered one of the most wise and respected species in the known galaxy. This is partly due their extremely long lifespans, running into several thousand years, and their deep connection to nature.

An arboreal species, the Zuhaitzan evolved from the forests in the northern hemisphere of Pyll; however, they are now spread throughout the various regions of the planet. They are especially drawn to the equatorial forests as these tend to have the largest trees, some growing in excess of 150 metres. Their towns and cities start at ground level, but extend high up into the trees, with most trees housing a number of Zuhaitzan tree houses; entire families are known to live on one tree.

Zuhaitzan have a tough, bark-like skin that sprouts various leaves, and in the spring, female Zuhaitzan blossom a variety of colours, depending on which specific genus they are descended from. Females that have taken posts on starships, where there is no sense of the seasons, can go for a number of years without blossoming; however, this has been shown to have a negative impact on the women in question. During a blossoming is the only time at which a female Zuhaitzan is fertile and able to conceive; the impact of not blossoming on an annual basis appears to affect body chemistry and, in extreme cases, can result infertility. As a result, extensive research has been undertaken to artificially induce a blossoming for those working for prolonged periods in space, though most prefer to take positions planet side, or at least in orbit, rather than on ships destined for prolonged deep space exploration.

Most Zuhaitzan refuse to serve directly on the GSF Council, but many councillors employ Zuhaitzan advisers. It has been said that only a fool ignores the council of a Zuhaitzan elder.
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