Kushtaka
Overview
Entity/Being
Limited Research
Evidence Quality:
(1/5)
Description
The 'land otter man' from Tlingit mythology - shapeshifts between otter and human form. Imitates cries of babies/women to lure people into wilderness. Some versions say it leads people to death, others say it saves drowning victims by transforming them.
Behavior
Shapeshifts, mimics sounds, lures victims
Reported Sightings (0)
No reported sightings yet.
Geographic Distribution
Primary Region:
Alaska, USA
Alaska, USA
Habitat:
Coastal waters, rivers, forests
Coastal waters, rivers, forests
Characteristics
Size:
3-6 feet (varies)
3-6 feet (varies)
Historical Context
First Reported:
Ancient Tlingit legends
Ancient Tlingit legends
Folklore Origins:
Tlingit indigenous mythology
Tlingit indigenous mythology
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