Sjøhorv

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Country of origin:
Norway

Synonyms:
Havgufa, Kraken

Description:
Gigantic creature (as large as small islands) that feasts on fish and sailors alike. A Sjøhorv as spikes as big as masts on its back. The creature is mentioned in the Norwegian 13th century book Konungs skuggsiá as 'havguven' (Kongespeilet) [1].



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References

  1. ↑ Brøgger, A.W. (trl.), Kongespeilet. H. Aschehoug & Co. (W. Nygaard). Oslo 1947, p. 26.
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