critter

It runs from about July through November, and nighttime just after a rain is an ideal time to scout for the eight-legged critters.

The frog is the second nonflying critter spotted on the crossing.

Being very careful not to touch it, my husband moved the squeaking critter to a dog-free zone, in the hopes it would just flap away.

Hikers will wear long pants if the occasion calls for it, to protect their legs against scrapes, critters and the elements, but heavy denim is not a common choice for long, recreational walks in nature.

He discovered a new world of smells, critters, and people who would, inevitably, stop and ask, “Wow, what is that dog?”