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  1. Dragon - Wikipedia

    A dragon is a mythical creature found in the folklore of cultures throughout the world. It is roughly serpentine in form, and often possesses features drawn from different animals, such as wings and …

  2. Dragon | Description, Mythical Dragons, Types, & Facts | Britannica

    Jan 31, 2026 · dragon, in the mythologies, legends, and folktales of various cultures, a large lizard- or serpent-like creature, conceived in some traditions as evil and in others as beneficent. In medieval …

  3. Types of Dragons - Dragonsinn.net

    Dec 29, 2018 · Dragon types. Meet the enduring wyverns of Europe, along with the terrifying basilisk, hydra, amphiptere, guivre, and lindworm!

  4. Why Dragons Appear in So Many Cultures - HISTORY

    Jun 23, 2025 · In myths and art, dragons frequently appear as hybrids, blending features of snakes, wolves, birds, lions, lizards and crocodiles. Many can swim and fly and wield extraordinary …

  5. Dragon - Description, History, Myths & Interpretations | Mythology.net

    Mar 21, 2017 · So how can one accurately describe the fearsome dragon? For starters, it seems that a dragon is actually any form of serpent that has an especially fearsome nature. This is indicated by …

  6. Dragons: A brief history of the mythical beasts | Live Science

    Jan 18, 2022 · Dragons are among the most popular and enduring of the world's mythological creatures, believed to have been real for centuries. Dragon tales are known in many cultures, from the …

  7. Dragon - New World Encyclopedia

    The dragon is a mythical creature typically depicted as a large and powerful serpent or other reptile with magical or spiritual qualities. Although dragons (or dragon-like creatures) occur commonly in legends …

  8. Dragon – Mythos Anthology

    Few creatures in myth are as awe-inspiring and universally captivating as the dragon. These legendary beasts, often depicted as giant, fire-breathing serpents or reptiles, have appeared in the folklore of …

  9. Dragons: A History of Myth and Legend - Mythology WorldWide

    Jul 29, 2024 · Dragons, those mythical creatures of fire and fury, have captivated the human imagination for millennia. From the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia to modern fantasy literature, the dragon …

  10. The Surprising History of Dragons — Google Arts & Culture

    Whether it’s a terrifying monster terrorizing humans in legends, or a beautiful motif used for decoration, dragons played a big role in mythology, books, and art in the region, and are probably...