Cave dwellers

BATS

Think of winged mammals that hang upside down in dark, rocky shelters at night.

"Cave dwellers" hints at creatures commonly found in caves, and bats are a perfect fit since they roost in dark, sheltered spaces like caverns. The clue plays on the literal meaning—bats live in caves—without any hidden wordplay or tricks. It’s a straightforward definition where the answer is a well-known animal associated with that habitat. Think of spooky caves in movies, and bats are usually fluttering around.