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An amphibian take on the Hunter series, the "γ" model has no eyes or teeth. Instead, it has a large mouth that allows it to swallow its prey whole and small claws on their webbed hands to attack like other Hunter models.
Unlike the previous frog-based experiment - the Lurker - they retain the increased intellect due to previous Hunter research. However, due to their amphibious nature, they are exceedingly difficult to transport and maintain. Additionally, another factor that adds to their weaknesses is the fact that they cannot survive in dry air or heat for extended periods of time and thus must be kept in strict watery environments only to ensure its survival, so at first they were not meant to be mass-produced. Due to their production even post Raccoon City Destruction Incident, the "γ" series appears to function better in tropical environs, as evidenced by their use on the estate and properties of Javier Hidalgo.
The versions depicted in the Resident Evil 3 Remake are portrayed with no arms, only stubby little growths, and have their offensive capability limited to their mouths. Like the Hunter α, they possessed a modest level of intelligence that allowed them to be trained to be non-hostile to certain humans and possibly follow orders. Nevertheless, they become feral and hunt on instinct if left to their devices. This degree of intelligence also have allowed them to learn from their experiences, as they have completely learned the layout of the Raccoon City sewers within 2 days of exploring the vast underground complex.
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