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Wiggler (Noun)

Larva of a mosquito.

Nouns denoting animals.

The wiggler was observed swimming erratically near the water's surface, its tail end swishing back and forth.
Mosquito larvae, also known as wiggers, go through four stages of development before pupating.
The aquatic insect collector carefully netted the wiggler from the pond to study its characteristics.
In stagnant water, wiggers can thrive and multiply rapidly, eventually giving rise to adult mosquitoes.
The wiggler's distinctive wriggling motion allowed the entomologist to identify it as a type of mosquito larva.

Terrestrial worm that burrows into and helps aerate soil; often surfaces when the ground is cool or wet; used as bait by anglers.

Nouns denoting animals.

One who can't stay still (especially a child); "the toddler was a real wiggler on plane trips".

Nouns denoting people.

The kindergarten teacher had her hands full with a classroom full of wiggler students who couldn't sit still during lessons.
During long car rides, my little brother was a notorious wiggler who would squirm and fidget in his seat.
The pediatrician's office was equipped with toys and games to distract the young wiggler patients from the impending vaccinations.
As a wiggler herself, the yoga instructor was particularly skilled at creating dynamic and engaging classes for restless students.
The airline staff were patient with the wiggler toddler who refused to stay in his seat during the turbulent flight.