Metroid Database Bestiary

The Baby Sheegoth is a glacial predator with an ice shell that protects its vulnerable dorsal area. Young Sheegoths grow a resilient shell of ice on their backs, which serves to protect a layer of vulnerable flesh. The shell eventually becomes a ridge of energy-absorbing crystal when the creature grows to adulthood. Two strong legs support the Baby Sheegoth's body, which is armless and protected by a thick ice shell. The head is dominated by a gaping maw filled with rows of sharp teeth. Powerful hunters, they fire bursts of ultra-cold gas at potential prey, then feast on their frozen victims.

Baby Sheegoths initially lie buried in snow drifts, but they will awaken and attack once Samus comes near. They will spit balls of frozen gas at Samus, and will also try to ram attack her. Avoid these attacks by maintaining a healthy distance or attacking from above on platforms. Beam and Missile attacks will reflect off their strong frontal armor, but if Samus circles around behind them, she can attack their vulnerable backs. Once the back is destroyed, however, they can be attacked from any angle. Note they are also vulnerable to Wave Beam attacks.

In Metroid Prime 2: Echoes, the Grenchler uses the same basic AI as the Baby Sheegoth.