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Shan
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Region: China
Time Period: Unknown
References in Literature: History of the Ming Dynast
Sources: Book of Sea Monsters.

  • Related to the Kiao
  • Horns, red mane and ears. Mostly serpent.
  • Responsible for ambergris, or dragon spittle

The word "shan" is also used for giant turtles, which causes much confusion.

See General Information on Chinese Dragons for more.

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