Dinosaur, Dimetrodon

Dinosaur, Dimetrodon

The massive sail on the back of this squat reptilian creature flexes and twitches as the beast stalks forward.

Dimetrodon CR 3

XP 800
N Large animal
Init +6; Senses low-light vision, scent; Perception +6

AC 14, touch 11, flat-footed 12 (+2 Dex, +3 natural, -1 size)
hp 34 (4d8+16)
Fort +8, Ref +6, Will +2

Speed 30 ft.
Melee bite +8 (1d8+7/19-20)
Space 10 ft.; Reach 5 ft.
Special Attacks tearing bite

Str 20, Dex 15, Con 18, Int 1, Wis 12, Cha 3
Base Atk +3; CMB +9; CMD 21 (25 vs. trip)
Feats Improved Initiative, Weapon Focus (bite)
Skills Perception +6, Stealth +3

Tearing Bite (Ex)

A dimetrodon’s jaws are filled with razor-sharp teeth of two different sizes. This gives the creature a threat range of 19-20 with its bite attack.

Source Wikipedia

Environment warm forests
Organization solitary, pair, or pack (3-12)
Treasure none

A dimetrodon is a quadrupedal reptile similar in shape to a crocodile, but with a blunter snout filled with jagged, sharp teeth. Its most distinguishing feature is the massive sail that runs the length of its back. By extending or contracting the fin, the cold-blooded reptile can control its body temperature with ease. While they are not technically dinosaurs, dimetrodons are still often found dwelling in regions inhabited by such creatures.

A fully grown adult dimetrodon can reach a length of up to 15 feet and weigh upward of 2,000 pounds.

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