- Large, bipedal, canine-like creatures
- Covered in fur, typically dark in color
- Sharp teeth and claws
- Pointed ears
- Upright posture
- May have human-like features, such as a face with a human-like nose and mouth
Behavior:
- Nocturnal hunters
- Feed on livestock and humans
- Territorial
- Aggressive towards humans who enter their territory
- Can be cunning and intelligent
- Often associated with curses or transformations during a full moon
Origin:
- Legends and folklore from various cultures
- May have originated from early beliefs about shapeshifting or the interaction between humans and animals
Mythology and Culture:
- Common feature in folklore and mythology from around the world
- Associated with different legends, traditions, and beliefs in different cultures
- Often depicted as symbols of fear, darkness, and the wild side of nature
- Subject of numerous stories, movies, TV shows, and other works of fiction