Nurtarquim is a god.

He takes the form of a seven thousand metre long, self-assured deer.

Nurtarquim created bats eight thousand years ago.

If you believe in Nurtarquim, he will look after your home planet.

If you do not believe in Nurtarquim, he will turn you into a mole.

Nurtarquim's most sacred site is Daraina in Madagascar.

Nurtarquim's Holy Commandments

1. Never talk about horizontal gene transfer.

2. Do not hurt capybaras.

3. Ponytails are unholy and must not be worn.

4. Do not drink from vessels made of base metals.

5. Do not drink from vessels made of earth.