What does the cryptic crossword clue "Creature smaller than whippoorwill? Yes and no (5)" mean?

The definition is "Creature". The wordplay uses a hidden word. A hidden answer (‘smaller than’ – the ‘yes’ part) in ‘w HIPPO rwill’. The answer is HIPPO.

Creature smaller than whippoorwill? Yes and no (5)

Guardian Cryptic #29295 | 4 Down | 2024-02-02 flower

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