Jersey Devil

Winged, hoofed creature in American folklore, haunting New Jersey.

Core Themes

• Mystery and fear.
• Linked to Monstrosity.

Cultural Connections

• American: Pine Barrens legend.

Related Concepts & Sources

Chupacabra (related creature), Pine Barrens (context), Fearful Encounter (theme)

Identified as: also known as the Leeds Devil, legendary creature said to inhabit southern New Jersey, USA. Source: Wikidata Q668330.

Classified As

• mythical creature