Imilozi
Imilozi (whistlers) In African mythology (Zulu), ancestral spirits who whistle when they speak to man. SOURCE: Encyclopedia of World Mythology and Legend, Third Edition –…
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Guagugiana
Guagugiana (Guaguyona, Vagoniona) In the mythology of the Taino Indians of Cuba at the time of Columbus, a trickster hero. Guagugiana was taught the use…
Guallipen
Guallipen (Huallepen) In the folklore of the Araucanian Indians of Chile, a fantastic amphibious animal. It has the head of a calf and the body…
Chonchon
The Chonchón is a creature from Chilean and Argentine folklore, particularly in the mythology of the Mapuche people. It is often depicted as a supernatural…
Cherruve
Cherruve In the folklore of the Araucanian Indians of Chile, the spirits of shooting stars. SOURCE: Encyclopedia of World Mythology and Legend, Third Edition –…
Camahueto
Camahueto In the folklore of the Araucanian Indians of Chile, a sea monster who wrecks large boats. SOURCE: Encyclopedia of World Mythology and Legend, Third…
Caleuche
Caleuche In the folklore of the Araucanian Indians of Chile, a witch boat, seen illuminated at night, carrying fishermen to the treasure stores at the…
Orehu
Orehu In the mythology of the Arawak Indians of the Guianas, a water spirit, somewhat resembling a mermaid. One day an Arawak was walking beside…