The Bone Collector

The Bone Beetle lives in swamps, bogs, and at the edges of ponds. It feeds off old fruits but is often found carrying chunks of meat. This is because the Bone Beetle cultivates and cares for carnivorous plants.
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This strange creature also has a unique ability of hypnotizing larger beings and leading its victims to its humble home. Oftentimes the victims are those with ill intent. Such as; poachers, habitat destroyers, thieves, and fascists. Though, once in a while a naïve wanderer gets ensnared. Maybe this is because the wanderer was owed karma?
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When the plants have had their delightful fill, the beetle creature removes the processed bones and carefully builds chimes and decorates its home.
Some say it does this as a warning but others think it makes this for fun.
If you ever find yourself in a swamp, big, or pond be wary and check yourself. The Bone Beetle knows more about you than you might.

Piece #1 of a series
See "Bone Eater" for the next piece of the series!