Rumblers

Rumblers are a fictional species that appear in the science fiction novel "The Martian Chronicles" by Ray Bradbury. They are described as large, hairy, and ape-like creatures who inhabit the planet Mars. In the novel, the Martian rumblers are encountered by human colonists who are attempting to establish a presence on the planet. The rumblers are generally depicted as peaceful and somewhat primitive beings, though they are also capable of great strength.

The rumblers are one of several Martian species that Bradbury describes in his book. Other inhabitants include the telepathic Martians, who are more advanced and ultimately fade away, and the telepathic children who are born on Mars. The rumblers represent a more primal, untamed aspect of Martian life. Their interactions with humans are often characterized by a sense of misunderstanding and the inevitable clash of cultures.

Bradbury uses the rumblers to explore themes of colonialism, the impact of human expansion on indigenous populations, and the nature of intelligence and civilization. The rumblers, despite their appearance, possess a certain dignity and a connection to their world that is disrupted by the arrival of the humans. Their fate, like that of many Martian species in the book, is tied to the changing fortunes of the planet and the actions of the human settlers.