Echeneis

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An echeneis is a legendary creature described in medieval bestiaries. It is a described as a fish that is half a foot in length. It is said to latch on to ships, holding them back. They are said to be found in the Indian Ocean

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medievalbestiary.ca (http://www.bestiary.ca/beasts/beast422.htm)


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