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This section contains information about phenomena that are generally believed to have a supernatural, mystical nature, and the very existence of which is currently in doubt.Phenomena Hierarchy

Lukwata

Added Fri, 11/11/2022
Hierarchy
Другие названия
The Monster of Lake Victoria
Loquata
Lukata
Область распространения
Uganda
Burundi
Congo (Brazzaville)
Ethiopia
Kenya
Malawi
Mozambique
Rwanda
Zambia
Tanzania
Характерные признаки
Place → Reservoir
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A legendary aquatic creature from Baganda folklore that is said to inhabit Lake Victoria in Uganda. It means "sea serpent" (from kukwata , letters. "grab"). It has been described as being 20-100 feet long, with dark smooth skin and a rounded head, and has been known to attack fishermen and boats. 

It may be associated with spirits and deities associated with canoeing and fishing, as parts of the lukwata were believed to have magical properties and were revered as relics in East Africa.

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