Ravager (Star Trek)

Ravagers are a non-sapient species of opportunistic omnivorous predators from the planet Mimit.

Biology
Their dentition is suited for an omnivorous diet. During spring, they feed on carpet leaf, which covers the planet in great abundance. After the carpet leaf is gone they switch to a carnivorous diet and then finally enter hibernation, after which the cycle begins anew.

Cultural significance
Ravagers are very dangerous creatures and prized by the Kzinti, who organize annual hunting parties to Mimit and hunt Ravagers as a coming-of-age ritual.

Appearances

 * Star Trek comic strip, "The Wristwatch Plantation", by Sharman DiVono, Larry Niven and Ron Harris (1982)