From Fact to Fable: The Animals Behind 15 Mythical Creatures
Dragons weren’t born in fire—they were inspired by fossils. Griffins, mermaids, unicorns—these legendary beasts didn’t just spring from wild imaginations. Many trace their roots to real animals, twisted by fear, awe, and a touch of storytelling magic. Nature offered the clues—humans ran with the fantasy. What looked like a giant serpent might’ve just been a …










