What are some myths or legends of a tropical rainforest?

Answer 1

Each area and culture has their own myths or legends. The Amazon Rain Forest has legends that include the dolphin that turns into a man at midnight and the great snake that appears when the moon is waning after midnight from an enchanted gallery and kills those in the water and overturns canoes as it crosses the river. Myths include El Tunchi and El Chullanchaqui who are there to protect the forest.

Answer 2

One myth is the Amazonian legend of the Yacuruna, a river-dwelling creature with the ability to shapeshift into various forms to lure unsuspecting victims. Another legend is the story of the Chaneques in Mexican rainforests, mischievous spirits that trick and play pranks on travelers who venture into the forest. A common myth involves the Dwendes in Filipino folklore, small forest spirits that protect the environment and can bring either fortune or misfortune to those they encounter.