Cambion is a mythical creature that has been a part of European mythology and literature since the 19th century. According to lore, a cambion is the offspring of a demon such as an incubus or succubus with a human. In the earliest known uses of the term, it was used interchangeably with the word “changeling.” …

Amarok is a legendary creature that has been a part of Inuit mythology for centuries. The creature is often described as a gigantic wolf with a muscular build and an imposing presence. According to Inuit beliefs, Amarok was the first wolf on Earth and is a symbol of balance in nature, hunting, and sustenance. Unlike …

Bonnacon is a legendary creature that has been described as a bull with inward-curving horns and a horse-like mane. According to medieval bestiaries, the fur of the bonnacon is usually depicted as reddish-brown or black. It is also known as bonasus or bonacho. The bonnacon’s curved horns are not effective for defending itself against hunters, …

Yatagarasu is a mythical creature in Japanese mythology that is often depicted as a three-legged crow. According to legend, Yatagarasu was sent by the god Takamimusubi to guide Emperor Jimmu on his Eastern Expedition from the Kumano Region to Yamato Province. This divine creature played a crucial role in the legendary tale of Emperor Jimmu, …

The sea goat is a mythical creature that is half-goat and half-fish. It has been depicted in various cultures and has been associated with different meanings. In Mesopotamian mythology, the constellation Capricornus was commonly imagined as a type of sea goat, and the Babylonians used it to symbolize the god Enki. In Greek mythology, the …

Enbarr is a mythical creature from Irish mythology. It is a horse that is said to be able to travel both on land and sea at incredible speeds, faster than the wind itself. The horse is also known as Aonbharr of Manannán, and it was owned by the sea-god Manannán mac Lir. According to legend, …

Nuggle is a mythical creature that originates from the folklore of the Shetland Islands in Scotland. It is often described as a male water horse that inhabits rivers, streams, and lochs. The creature is known for its mischievous nature and is said to enjoy playing pranks on humans who venture too close to its territory. …

Serket is a mythical creature that has been a part of Egyptian mythology for centuries. She is often depicted as a woman with a scorpion tail or a scorpion with a woman’s head. Serket is the goddess of healing venomous stings and bites, and was originally the deification of the scorpion. According to Egyptian mythology, …

Kubikajiri is a mythical creature in Japanese folklore that is said to eat the heads of both living and dead beings, be they human or animal. The creature is believed to be headless itself and is known to haunt graveyards in search of its own head. Its presence can be detected by the smell of …

Alkonost is a mythical creature that appears in Slavic folklore. It is often depicted as a bird with a female human head, and it is said to have a beautiful and enchanting voice that can mesmerize humans. According to legend, the Alkonost is one of two birds of paradise, the other being Sirin, that live …