The lush Amazon rainforest, a sprawling and dense expanse of biodiversity, is not only a haven for a multitude of flora and fauna but also a fertile breeding ground of diverse myths and legends. Among the most fascinating and enigmatic figures in Amazonian folklore are the Yacuruna, mysterious water beings whose presence is widespread in the oral traditions of indigenous cultures throughout the region.  The Yacuruna, whose name translates to "water people" in Quechua, are often depicted as powerful, enigmatic, and sometimes malevolent spirits that inhabit the depths of the Amazonian rivers and lakes. Many say that those who choose to traverse the remote landscapes of this region, need to always be careful about the Yacuruna. Because those who meet them are often never seen again.  Read moreSection: NewsMysterious PhenomenaMyths & LegendsAmericasRead Later