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  1. Wendigo - Wikipedia

    Wendigo (/ ˈwɛndɪɡoʊ /) is a mythological creature or evil spirit originating from Algonquian folklore. The concept of the wendigo has been widely used in literature and other works of art, …

  2. Wendigo | Description, Legend, Creature, Until Dawn, & Facts ...

    Dec 2, 2025 · Wendigo, a mythological cannibalistic monster in the spiritual tradition of North American Algonquian-speaking tribes. It is associated with winter and described as either a …

  3. The Wendigo, The Cannibalistic Beast Of Native American Folklore

    Aug 31, 2024 · Algonquian folklore describes the Wendigo as both a ravenous beast that devours humans whole and an evil spirit that turns its victims into cannibals.

  4. The Wendigo: Hunger, Folklore, and the Swift Runner Case

    Jul 11, 2025 · Explore the chilling legend of the Wendigo—from Native American folklore to real-life cannibal tales and ghost stories.

  5. The Wendigo (Anishinaabe/Algonquian Legend) | USC Digital ...

    May 8, 2025 · The Wendigo is a powerful example of Indigenous spiritual and moral folklore, primarily found in Anishinaabe, Cree, and other Algonquian-speaking nations. It functions as …

  6. The Wendigo cryptid, a legend of starvation & desperation ...

    Feb 9, 2025 · The Wendigo has become a prominent figure in modern media, evolving far beyond its original cultural context. Horror films, novels and TV shows have reimagined the creature, …