Water Babies are spirits featured in the folklore of several Western Native American tribes, particularly among the Great Basin Indians. These entities are believed to inhabit bodies of water such as springs, ponds, and streams, often appearing as infants whose cries are considered an omen of impending disaster. In some traditions, they are described as small creatures who lure people to their deaths and are said to eat children.[1][2]
Folklore | Water Spirit |
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Other name(s) | Pawapicts |
Country | United States |
Region | Great Basin, Utah, Nevada, California |