Legendary Cryptids

 Ahool noises heard in the forest Although influenced by several different cultures, Javanese hold roots in East Indian mythology and lore. The Iban of Borneo, who migrated from China to Indonesia, believe Sengalang Burong is the origin of creation and lives throughout the forests of Java. Accepted translation of Sengalang Burong in English means the bird chief or bird god, aptly fitting Iban religious beliefs as all birds being the manifestation of the spirit son of Burong. Further tracing the lore we find that Sengalang himself manifests as a white and brown hawk. Interestingly, Javanese Wood Owls currently living on the island are also white and brown, with hawk-like features. Depiction of an Unknown Owl in the Forest ( Nano Banana ) In the late 1920's naturalist Dr. Ernest Bartels entered part of the forest locals claimed he should not go based on spiritual beliefs. He ended up having a close encounter with a giant bird as it flew over his head and later referenced what ha...