Allocamelus is a mythological creature depicted in heraldry. It features the head of a donkey and the body of a camel. Historically, it was used as a crest by the English Eastland Company and later by the Russia Company.

Allocamelus

The Brosno Dragon is a legendary lake monster from Russian folklore that is said to inhabit Lake Brosno near Andreapol. Described as a dragon-like creature, it has been an enduring subject of regional legends. Its origins are rooted in medieval lore, with tales dating back to the 13th century.

Brosno dragon

Chernava is a mermaid spirit from Russian folklore, known as the Sea Tsar's daughter. She possesses a human head and upper body with a fish tail, embodying the dual nature of land and water. Her appearance in the epic of Sadko underscores her legendary status and mystical connection to the river of the same name.

Chernava

Gagana is a miraculous bird from Russian folklore, renowned for her iron beak and copper claws. She resides on the mythical Buyan Island and is celebrated in incantations. Gagana protects the sacred Alatyr and offers miraculous aid, including the unique gift of bird milk.

Gagana

Gamayun is a prophetic bird from Russian folklore, depicted with a large bird's body and a woman's head. She roams a mythical island in the east, close to paradise, and is revered for her divine prophecy and wisdom. Her unique, legless and wingless form, sustained by a powerful tail, foreshadows the fate of statesmen.

Gamayun

Polevik is a malevolent field spirit from Slavic folklore known for its deformed appearance, grass for hair, and variable eye colours. It appears at noon or sunset in rural fields, dressed in all black or all white, and is infamous for misleading and harming humans. Its actions, which include inflicting diseases and even fatal attacks, underscore the dangers lurking in the countryside.

Polevik

Polkan is a formidable hybrid creature from Russian folktales, combining human and equine (or occasionally canine) features. Initially an adversary to the hero Bova Korolevich, he transforms into a loyal ally. His legendary super strength and speed culminate in a noble sacrifice protecting his companions.

Polkan

Shishiga is a spectral female spirit from Russian and Komi folklore, known for her white, nude, and tousled appearance. She haunts swampy forests and river shores, particularly along the Kama River. Her presence is an ominous sign, as those who see her are doomed to drown or die from other misfortunes.

Shishiga

Simargl is an East Slavic deity depicted as a winged dog, whose origins are debated as either a single god borrowed from the Iranian Simurgh or as two distinct deities, Sēm and Rgel. He plays a significant, albeit enigmatic, role within early Slavic mythological sources. His unique iconography and dual interpretations underscore his importance in the cultural and religious tapestry of the region.

Simargl

Sirin is a mythological creature from Russian legends, depicted with the head of a beautiful woman and the body of an owl. Borrowing from the Greek siren myth, Sirin embodies an enchanting yet ominous allure. It is said to inhabit mystical regions such as Iriy near the Euphrates River.

Sirin

The triple-headed eagle is a mythological and heraldic bird distinguished by its three heads. It appears in various cultural narratives from apocryphal texts to medieval heraldry, symbolising power and unity. Its unique form has made it a lasting emblem in both European and Northern Asian traditions.

Triple-headed eagle

Zmei is a fearsome dragon or serpent from Russian folklore, renowned for its multiple heads and fire-breathing prowess. As a central antagonist in skazki and byliny, it challenges heroic figures like Dobrynya Nikitich and Alyosha Popovich. The creature is also known for its occasional human-like form, blending myth with familiar human traits.

Russian Creatures