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Native of the ice planet Hoth, the elusive, semi-legendary Wampa is a two to three meter tall carnivorous beast that leads a solitary existence for most of its life. Equipped with powerful claws and sharp teeth, the two-legged predator takes advantage of its white fur to hide in the snowy background of the frozen plains of Hoth, stalking its prey without being detected until it is too late. Wampas feed primarily on Tauntauns, but they must often cover more than a hundred kilometers across the barren landscape in order to find sustenance. Captured animals - or humanoids, as it occasionally happens - are stored, alive, in the Wampas' ice caves for later needs. Luke Skywalker encounters a Wampa during a patrol of the far perimeters of Echo Base, prior to the Battle of Hoth. Luke's injuries are considerable, and while his speedy recovery is due in part to his solid constitution, the excellent care provided by the medical droid Too-Onebee is crucial in getting Luke back in shape for his coming confrontation with the Empire.