Published on November 11, 2018
Byu
- Lingyu
Regions of expansion
People's Republic of China
Description
In ancient Chinese mythology, a monstrous turtle fish or a one-horned dragon fish with four legs.
According to various descriptions, she has the body of a fish, and the head, arms and legs are human.
This huge (could easily swallow a boat) fish lived in the sea, but could also live on land. The creature's back and belly are covered with sharp spikes. As soon as the fish appeared on the surface of the sea, a fierce wind began to blow and large waves rose.
Byu in popular culture
Links
- К. Королев Китайская мифология: Энциклопедия, 2007