Hatches

Critter Species

The Hatch has no eyes and is completely blind, although a photosensitive patch atop its head is capable of detecting even minor changes in overhead light, making it prefer dark caves and tunnels.

It is difficult to classify the Hatch's diet as the term "omnivore" does not extend to the non-organic materials it is capable of ingesting.A more appropriate term is "totumvore", given that it can consume and find nutritional value in nearly every known substance.

When attempting to pet a Hatch, inexperienced handlers make the mistake of reaching out too quickly for the creature's head.This triggers a fear response in the Hatch, as its photosensitive patch of skin called the "parietal eye" interprets this sudden light change as an incoming aerial predator.

The proper way to pet a Hatch is to touch any of its four feet to first make it aware of your presence, then either scratch the soft segmented underbelly or firmly pat the creature's thick chitinous back.