The manananggal, whose name means remover, is a mythical creature from the folklore of the Philippines. It is said to have the ability to detach and separate its upper torso from the lower part of its body, growing large bat-like wings and flying off in search of prey while its severed lower half remains behind.
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Manananggal is described in Philippine folklore as a specific self-segmenting variant within the broader Aswang category of shapeshifting flesh eating creatures.
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1. Manananggal (Wikipedia)
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The manananggal (lit. 'remover') is a mythical creature from the folklore of the Philippines.
- In Group: Aswang-Type Viscera-Sucker Shapeshifters, Other terms and versions section
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