what is a niffler

A Niffler is a magical creature from the Harry Potter universe. It is small, about the size of a cat, with a long and pointed snout. Nifflers are known for their attraction to shiny objects, particularly gold and glittering objects. They are excellent diggers and can burrow their way into the ground to find treasure. Nifflers are resourceful creatures and can uncover massive treasures solely because of their love for shiny objects. Although they are harmless creatures, they can be destructive in their search for gold and glittering objects, which is why they cannot be kept as pets.