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Description
One of the more iconic snouters, the earwing (Otopteryx volitans) is a highly derived hopsorrhinid, which is able to fly using muscles and bones in its ears. Its nasarium, like all hopsorrhinids, is jointed and serves as an effective means of locomotion on the ground. Back when the Hy-yi-yi archipelago still existed, Earwings were a common sight in the mountain meadows of the larger islands.
In the book, Otopteryx's pelt is described as being highly metallic looking, being comparable to hummingbirds and butterflies. Hopefully I didn't make it too dull. Also, a digital painting with a background! Not bad for a first try, right?

Update:
This piece is outdated. The colour is wrong, as are the hands, face, and nasopodium.

Description
One of the more iconic snouters, the earwing (Otopteryx volitans) is a highly derived hopsorrhinid, which is able to fly using muscles and bones in its ears. Its nasarium, like all hopsorrhinids, is jointed and serves as an effective means of locomotion on the ground. Back when the Hy-yi-yi archipelago still existed, Earwings were a common sight in the mountain meadows of the larger islands.
In the book, Otopteryx's pelt is described as being highly metallic looking, being comparable to hummingbirds and butterflies. Hopefully I didn't make it too dull. Also, a digital painting with a background! Not bad for a first try, right?

Update:
This piece is outdated. The colour is wrong, as are the hands, face, and nasopodium.