”Snick” by Paul Draper

"Snick" is a short story by the British author, Paul Draper. The story was first published in Draper's 2020 collection, Black Gate Tales. As described by the author: “A postgraduate biologist discovers a hidden monstrosity during summer research on the heathland near his family home.”

Black Gate Tales: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1999663012