Kazilik

A heavyweight breed of fire-breathing dragon native to Turkey.

While most are under control of the Ottoman Empire, the British Aerial Corps managed to acquire an egg (Iskierka's) in 1906.

Appearance
Recognizable from a distance thanks to their two, upward-facing horns and serpentine bodies studded with many thorn-like spikes.

They have scarlet hides, leopard-like markings of 'black-edged green', and long, black tongues, with purplish armour plates on their bellies. A faint noise described as a mix between a kettle and the purring of a cat emanates from their bodies, alongside a constant billowing of steam.

Kazilik hatchlings resemble their parents in most ways, although they do not develop the green and black leopard spots until later.

Abilities
Kaziliks are famous for their ability to breathe fire. Even newborn hatchlings can breathe bursts of flame five-feet in length.

They dislike cold.

Eggs
Kazilik eggs are dusty red with green speckles. When hatching, they become painfully hot to the touch and steam bursts out when it first cracks.