Deep within the forests exists the legend of La Patasola, the female monster luring loggers, hunters, miners— anyone who violates nature —away from safety. She inhabits mountain ranges, virgin forests, and the jungle. La Patasola will appear in the form of a beautiful and seductive woman, sometimes in the the likeness of a loved one. As a spirit being, she’ll block shortcuts through the jungle, disorient hunters, and throw hunting dogs off the scent of their game. Only once she lures the men away from their companions, following her deeper into the forest, she reveals her true, hideous appearance as a one-legged monster with eyes of fire, a Medusa head with jaguar teeth and a voracious appetite for human flesh and blood. La Patasola is regarded as protective of nature and wildlife, and unforgiving when humans enter their domains to alter or destroy them. I adore these legends that ultimately help protect the environment— if you know any others, please share. I wish we could spread them like propaganda. I first read about La Patasola in Wade Davis’ newest book, Magdalena: River of Dreams. . @rolandsandsdesign @indianmotorcycle . @wadedavis9136 #lapatasola #colombiq #riverofdreams #monsters #legends #jungle #myths #conservation #wearealltrulywild https://www.instagram.com/p/CEZQjTYhL8Q/?igshid=e7zzm5jhb45i