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While regular Metroids hatch from eggs laid by a [[Queen Metroid]], Tallon Metroids appear to reproduce another way. The Space Pirates on Aether, who did not appear to possess a Queen Metroid, conducted a mass breeding program,<ref name=breeding/> and the subsequent [[Infant Tallon Metroid]]s were stored in artificial organic [[Metroid Cocoon|cocoons]]. The Tallon Metroid reproductive process is not divulged in ''Prime'' or ''Echoes''. It is possible that Tallon Metroids were reproduced by some unnatural means by Space Pirates. | While regular Metroids hatch from eggs laid by a [[Queen Metroid]], Tallon Metroids appear to reproduce another way. The Space Pirates on Aether, who did not appear to possess a Queen Metroid, conducted a mass breeding program,<ref name=breeding/> and the subsequent [[Infant Tallon Metroid]]s were stored in artificial organic [[Metroid Cocoon|cocoons]]. The Tallon Metroid reproductive process is not divulged in ''Prime'' or ''Echoes''. It is possible that Tallon Metroids were reproduced by some unnatural means by Space Pirates. | ||
===Morphology=== | ===Morphology and Physiology=== | ||
[[File:Tallon Metroid (gold).png|right|150px|Tallon Metroid artwork]] | [[File:Tallon Metroid (gold).png|right|150px|Tallon Metroid artwork]] | ||
A Tallon Metroid consumes raw bio-energy from its victim using twin mandibles that are connected by means of energy conduits to the core of its quadripartite nucleus.<ref>{{cite|Metroid dissection continues to produce more questions than answers. Our research teams have isolated the energy conduits that run from the invasive twin mandibles to the energy core in the creature's quadripartite nucleus, but the manner in which the Metroid actually extracts the life force from its pray remains an utter mystery. The victim does not lose blood or any other vital fluids, and yet the Metroid extracts energy; identifying this energy is our central problem. It takes no physical form, and yet without it, the victim dies. We will continue to research this matter, as the isolation of this life-giving essence could be the key to our ascendance.|[[Space Pirate Data]] - "Metroid Morphology"|Metroid Prime}}</ref> This nucleus replaces the need for any other internal organs, so Tallon Metroids lack discernible sensory organs or cardiovascular system.<ref>{{cite|Internal organs of Metroid seem to be limited to nucleonic absorption cells and massive energy reservoirs.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref> The apparent lack of a brain in Metroid physiology may imply that it is equipped with a decentralized nervous system; evidence implies that the quadripartite nucleus replaces the brain function, as Space Pirate data would suggest.<ref>{{cite|Metroid brain scan results in. Studies show accelerated activity in parietal lobe during hunting cycles above 10° centigrade.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref> The nucleus is contained by a transparent epidermis to which the large mandibles are attached. Apparently, Metroids have the ability to ingest solid food and possess a digestive system, though these appear superfluous.<ref name=syntheticrations/><ref name=foodpoisoning/> | A Tallon Metroid consumes raw bio-energy from its victim using twin mandibles that are connected by means of energy conduits to the core of its quadripartite nucleus.<ref>{{cite|Metroid dissection continues to produce more questions than answers. Our research teams have isolated the energy conduits that run from the invasive twin mandibles to the energy core in the creature's quadripartite nucleus, but the manner in which the Metroid actually extracts the life force from its pray remains an utter mystery. The victim does not lose blood or any other vital fluids, and yet the Metroid extracts energy; identifying this energy is our central problem. It takes no physical form, and yet without it, the victim dies. We will continue to research this matter, as the isolation of this life-giving essence could be the key to our ascendance.|[[Space Pirate Data]] - "Metroid Morphology"|Metroid Prime}}</ref> This nucleus replaces the need for any other internal organs, so Tallon Metroids lack discernible sensory organs or cardiovascular system.<ref>{{cite|Internal organs of Metroid seem to be limited to nucleonic absorption cells and massive energy reservoirs.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref> The apparent lack of a brain in Metroid physiology may imply that it is equipped with a decentralized nervous system; evidence implies that the quadripartite nucleus replaces the brain function, as Space Pirate data would suggest.<ref>{{cite|Metroid brain scan results in. Studies show accelerated activity in parietal lobe during hunting cycles above 10° centigrade.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref> The nucleus is contained by a transparent epidermis to which the large mandibles are attached. Apparently, Metroids have the ability to ingest solid food and possess a digestive system, though these appear superfluous.<ref name=syntheticrations/><ref name=foodpoisoning/> | ||
