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Siyokoy (Philippine mythology)

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Siyokoy
File:Siyokoy.jpg
GenderMale
RegionPhilippines

The Siyokoy (Syokoy) were creatures in Philippine Mythology which were members of Bantay Tubig (merfolk). They were usually illustrated as green-skinned humanoids that have scaly body coverings, webbed hands and feet, and fins on several parts of their bodies. Based on physical characteristics, Sirena, Sireno, and Kataw were have human features than Siyokoy that were more animal than human.[1] Some people descibe Siyokoy as...

horrifying sea creatures with fish-like bodies and long green tentacles. They drown mortals and eat them. They have gill slits, are colored brown or green, and have scaly skin, comparable to that of fishes.

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Intimidating aquatic animals such as eels, octopus, rays and squids wre usually swim along with Siyokoy.[3]

References

  1. ^ Mga Engkanto: A Bestiary of Filipino Fairies. Philippines: eLf ideas Publication. 2003. {{cite book}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |coauthors= (help)
  2. ^ "Philippine mythical creatures". Retrieved 2008-13-09. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
  3. ^ Mga Engkanto: A Bestiary of Filipino Fairies. Philippines: eLf ideas Publication. 2003. {{cite book}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |coauthors= (help)
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