'Zangian

The  'Zangians are a species native to the planet Kevarzangia Two in S.L. Viehl's Stardoc Series.

Biology
They possess turquoise hides that constantly flake from spending so much time out of the water. Recessed eyes and flippers.

History
The 'Zangians evolved from aquatic beings that eventually developed into a intelligent civilization. They allowed for the colonization of their world by the Allied League and have become productive members of the colonial community on K-2.

Source

 * Stardoc (Stardoc #1) by S.L. Viehl