Twirrl

This carnivorous, mammalian falconiod is native to the planet Naboo.

The Twirrl preys upon plain-dwelling avians, small rodents, and waterfowl. It can also handle prey surpassing its own size by 10 percent. Their diet is also supplemented by berries.

Keen eyesight, precision flying, and extraordinary diving speed make them favorites for sporting and hunting parties. Twirrls have long been used by Nabooian aristocracy.

Males stake out territories in the spring and mate with any willing females that pass through. They emit shrill territorial and mating calls.

Females give birth once or twice a year and serve as sole caretakers of the young. Typical litters are three to four young, with maturity occuring at approximately four months.