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  1. Wendigo - Wikipedia

    Wendigo (/ ˈwɛndɪɡoʊ /) is a mythological creature or evil spirit originating from Algonquian folklore. The concept of the wendigo has been widely used in literature and other works of art, …

  2. Wendigo | Description, Legend, Creature, Until Dawn, & Facts

    Oct 10, 2025 · wendigo, a mythological cannibalistic monster in the spiritual tradition of North American Algonquian-speaking tribes. It is associated with winter and described as either a …

  3. The Wendigo, The Cannibalistic Beast Of Native American Folklore

    Aug 31, 2024 · The story of the Wendigo (sometimes spelled windigo or windago) comes from Algonquian Native American folklore, and the exact details vary depending on who you ask. …

  4. Wendigo (Folklore) - Terrifying Monster | Mythology.net

    Jul 8, 2018 · The wendigo is a product of Algonquian folklore and is a beast that was feared by all. This terrifying creature was known to have its biggest impact during the winter months and …

  5. What Is a Wendigo? All About the Algonquian Legend

    Oct 2, 2023 · What is a Wendigo? A Wendigo is a Native American legend. Also depicted in movies and books, the Wendigo is a beastly spirit with an insatiable appetite for human flesh.

  6. Wendigo – Flesheater of the Forests – Legends of America

    Wendigo. The Wendigo was gaunt to the point of emaciation; its desiccated skin pulled tautly over its bones. With its bones pushing out against its skin, its complexion the ash gray of death, …

  7. The Wendigo: Cannibal Spirits in Algonquin Folklore

    Sep 28, 2024 · Discover the chilling Wendigo legend, from ancient myths to modern sightings, and witness its terrifying transformation in folklore.

  8. Wendigo – Mythos Anthology

    The Wendigo is a malevolent spirit or creature from the folklore of Indigenous peoples of North America, particularly the Algonquin-speaking tribes, including the Cree, Ojibwe, and Innu. The …

  9. The Wendigo cryptid, a legend of starvation & desperation

    Feb 9, 2025 · The Wendigo is a humanoid cryptid (depending on who you ask) and one of the creepiest figures in North American folklore. It’s often described as a being created through …

  10. The Legend of the Wendigo in Native American Mythology

    Mar 2, 2024 · VIII. The Wendigo in Modern Culture The enduring legacy of the Wendigo has found its way into modern popular culture, appearing in horror movies, television shows, and …