Garden Fauna Experience

"What is it?"

"The human called it a 'Hedge Hog' but it doesn't look like a porcine of any kind."

"Yes, but the humans give names where they're unrelated to what it actually is."

"This is true... Oh... Oh... Is that eating a...?"

"I think I'm going to be sick."

"Do you think it's actually enjoying that? It seems to be eating the shell-less mollusc with great enjoyment."

"But it's got a mouth full of mucus now!"

"I don't like this planet. Can't we go to one where there's less... Organics?"

"This world has the requisite minerals we need..."

Drabble published August 26, 2017 15:00

Neville Hunt over 6 years ago

So that's why hedgehogs are sluggish. Very enjoyable Jeff. I like these alien invader themed drabbles. :-)
Jeff Taylor over 6 years ago

Thanks Neville 😊
Frenchie over 6 years ago

Thanks for the smile. Even aliens can be sensitive, hehehehe.
Jeff Taylor over 6 years ago

Thanks Frenchie, always nice to know a drabble has earned a smile 😊
Christopher over 6 years ago

I don't think those aliens have the stomach for that kind of work. Great drabble, Jeff.
Jeff Taylor over 6 years ago

Thanks Christopher 😊 Much appreciated.