Gowrow
Overview
Land Animal
Limited Research
Evidence Quality:
(1/5)
Description
Legendary creature from Ozark Mountains, described as large lizard or alligator with tusks. According to 1897 newspaper accounts, 20 feet long with short legs and spiked tail. Likely an Ozarks tall tale but remains part of folklore.
Behavior
Cave-dwelling, allegedly killed by hunter William Miller
Reported Sightings (0)
No reported sightings yet.
Geographic Distribution
Primary Region:
Arkansas, USA
Arkansas, USA
Habitat:
Ozark Mountain caves
Ozark Mountain caves
Characteristics
Size:
20 feet long
20 feet long
Historical Context
First Reported:
1897 newspaper accounts
1897 newspaper accounts
Folklore Origins:
Ozark Mountain tall tale tradition
Ozark Mountain tall tale tradition
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