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  • Collection: South American Cryptids

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In Latin American folklore, La Llorona (Spanish: [la ʝoˈɾona]; "The Weeping Woman" or "The Wailer") is a ghost who roams waterfront areas mourning her drowned children.

She is an element of folklore in Mexico, Central and South America.

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The Alicanto is a bird-like cryptid that is said to be found in Chilean mythology. The Alicanto is said to have glowing feathers and eyes that illuminate in strange colors. It is unable to fly as the Alicanto eats precious metals, like gold or…

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El Duende is found in Latin American and Filipino folklore. It is believed that duendes are goblin- or fairy-like creatures; sometimes living in the walls of children's bedrooms. El Duende would sometimes take the children's toys or attempt to clip…

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Similar to a great white shark, estimates vary regarding its likely size, though it is believed Megalodons could reach lengths of an excess of 50 to 60 feet.

Megalodon, meaning "big tooth", had teeth at least 7 inches long and had a mouth that…

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