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This list of mythical creatures that begin with this letter and I am constantly gathering information from each continent, and is continually being updated.

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Canaima (Guyanese)

The Canaima is primarily associated with the Akawaio, Pemon, Carib, Patamona, and the Macushi tribes, all of whom inhabit the jungles of South America. There seems to be some confusion in the tribal folklore in regards to what the Kanaima (also known as Canaima or Kenaima, as some spell it) actually is, as it may vary from one tribe to another.

Some say that it is a shaman who uses dark magic to take on the form of an animal in order to hunt, kill, and feed on people. According to legend, however, the Kanaima can also take possession of animals. This causes the animals to become very aggressive and violent towards other animals and people in particular.