Miniwashitu
Overview
Aquatic Creature
Limited Research
Evidence Quality:
(1/5)
Description
Water creature from Lakota and Dakota tradition - described as serpent-like being living in Missouri River and other waterways. Said to cause drownings and swamp canoes. Considered powerful and dangerous water spirit in indigenous tradition.
Behavior
Attacks boats, causes drownings, territorial
Reported Sightings (0)
No reported sightings yet.
Geographic Distribution
Primary Region:
North Dakota, USA
North Dakota, USA
Habitat:
Missouri River, North Dakota waterways
Missouri River, North Dakota waterways
Characteristics
Size:
Large serpentine
Large serpentine
Historical Context
First Reported:
Ancient Lakota/Dakota tradition
Ancient Lakota/Dakota tradition
Folklore Origins:
Lakota and Dakota indigenous mythology
Lakota and Dakota indigenous mythology
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