Kapre

Kapre
GroupingTree creature
Similar entitiesAgta
RegionPhilippines

In Philippine mythology, the kapre is a creature that may be described as a tree giant, being a tall (7–9 ft (2.1–2.7 m)), dark-coloured, hairy,[1] and muscular creature. Kapres are also said to have a very strong body odour and to sit in tree branches to smoke.[2][citation needed]

  1. ^ Jocano, F. Landa (1983). The Hiligaynon: An Ethnography of Family and Community Life in Western Bisayas Region. Asian Center, University of the Philippines. p. 254. Retrieved May 23, 2017.
  2. ^ "Kapre (The Tree Giant)". PHILIPPINE TALES | Anthology of Philippine Mythology and Folklore. Retrieved February 17, 2021.