Siyokoy (Philippine mythology)

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The Siyokoy (Syokoy) are creatures in Philippine mythology which were members of Bantay Tubig (merfolk). They are usually illustrated as green-skinned humanoids with scales, webbed limbs, and fins.

Distinguishing characteristic[]

Compared to Sirena, , and Kataw who have human features, Siyokoys are of animalic in physical form and structure.^[1] Some people describe Siyokoy as...

...horrifying sea creatures with fish-like bodies and long green tentacles. They drown mortals and eat them. They have gill slits, are colored brown or green, and have scaly skin, comparable to that of fishes.^{[citation needed]}

Intimidating aquatic animals such as eels, octopus, rays and squids usually swim along with Siyokoy.^[1]

References[]

External links[]

• Filipino Folklore Syokoy

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