Anhangá is an evil spirit from Brazilian indigenous mythology known for tormenting both the living and the dead. It manifests in various animal forms, most notably as a white deer with fiery eyes. As a guardian of wildlife game, it punishes hunters and disrupts funerary rituals with its ominous presence.

Anhangá

Ao Ao is a monstrous creature from South American, Guarani mythology known for its relentless pursuit of human prey. It is depicted as a cursed hybrid being with either sheep-like or peccary-like features and a massive set of fangs. Its eerie howling and terrifying determination have made it a central figure in indigenous folklore.

Ao Ao

The Bestial Beast, also known as besta-fera, is a Brazilian centaur-like creature with the body of a horse and a human torso. It roams villages during full-moon nights, accompanied by a pack of dogs, and vanishes into tombs. Its terrifying presence and maddening gaze evoke fear, yet it ultimately leaves no lasting harm.

Bestial beast

Boiuna, also known as Black Snake or Cobra-Grande, is a giant mythological serpent from Brazilian folklore. Renowned for its enormous size and fearsome presence, it is a creature of both awe and caution. Its legend underscores the unpredictable and untamed forces of nature in the Brazilian wilderness.

Boiuna

Caipora is a mischievous forest guardian from the Tupi-Guarani mythology of Brazil. It is depicted as a small, dark-skinned native with a long red mane and a penchant for smoking a cigar. Renowned for misleading hunters and protecting forest animals, Caipora holds a revered place in Brazilian folklore.

Caipora

The Headless Mule is a cursed, headless equine figure from Brazilian folklore, known for its fiery emanation and terrifying presence. Born from a human curse, it roams the night inflicting fear and uncertainty among those who witness it. Its legend serves as both a cautionary tale and a symbol of forbidden transgressions.

Headless Mule

Iara is a mythological mermaid from Brazilian folklore rooted in Tupi and Guarani traditions. She is known as 'Mãe das Águas' or 'Mother of the Waters' and depicted with varying appearances from indigenous dark-skinned beauty to European features. Iara lures unsuspecting victims with her enchanting allure, reflecting the mystique of the Amazon River.

Iara (mythology)

Jurupari, also known as Iurupari, is a mythical hero or god in Tupian mythology revered by indigenous peoples of Brazil and Colombia. He is celebrated as a cultural lawgiver, associated with the sun and sacred rituals involving flutes and masks. His divine lineage and ritual significance make him a central figure in the traditional beliefs of the Tupi-Guarani, Tucano, and Arawak communities.

Jurupari

The lobisomem is a legendary creature from South American folklore, most notably from Brazil, known for its werewolf-like transformations. In human form, it appears nearly normal with pointed ears and yellowish pale skin, while its werewolf form mirrors common global werewolf depictions. In some variations, it is also described as a ball of fire or a large pig, reflecting the diverse interpretations within regional folklore.

Lobisomem

Mãe-do-Ouro is a Brazilian mythological figure known as the 'Mother of Gold' who appears as either a beautiful blonde woman in a silk dress or as a glowing fireball. Her dual manifestation serves as a supernatural warning against the exploitation of gold and precious minerals. As a protective spirit with shape-shifting abilities, she embodies nature’s retribution and mystique.

Mãe-do-Ouro

The Minhocão is a legendary creature from Brazilian folklore known for its massive size and ambiguous form. It is described either as a large fish or a worm-like entity that can reach lengths of up to 80 meters. Its mysterious nature and colossal dimensions have made it a subject of fascination and fear.

Minhocão (legendary creature)

Saci is a one-legged trickster from Brazilian folklore known for his mischief and magical abilities. He wears a magical red cap that grants him invisibility and teleportation, often manifesting as a dust devil. Despite his playful pranks, he is sometimes regarded as dangerous, yet he may even grant wishes if captured.

Brazilian Creatures