Cruncher

Crunchers are tough beaked reptiles with grey scales and two muscly legs. They are found exclusively on the Gravel Coast, and are largely responsible for the coast's existence.

Crunchers use their vice-like beaks to crush large rocks into gravel which they then use to construct circular nests on the beach inside of which they lay and care for their eggs. When Crunchers find a mate, it's for life. One member of the couple becomes responsible for fetching materials for the nest and fetching food, while the other becomes responsible for defending and caring for the eggs inside the nest.

The partner responsible for the nest is normally female (in about 70% of cases), but this is not always the case.

The main threat to the eggs of the Cruncher is the forever-watching Cyclops Bird, which remains ready to swoop down from above and consume their eggs.