Greeking Out from National Geographic Kids S10E8 - Sea Monster Mash
Jun 14, 2024
Dive into the enchanting world of sea monsters and river beasts! Explore the myth of Cetus and how it compares to the legendary Kraken. Discover the amusing talents of swimming pigs and the tales of Triton and Jason's crew. Journey through the lore of the Loch Ness Monster and charming Scottish legends like the Kelpie. Delve into a bittersweet story of love and sacrifice, showcasing a mother's tragic choice to turn her children into stones to maintain her connection to them.
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Cetus: Greek Sea Monster
- The Cetus sea monster could have been inspired by whales but stories describe it as snake-like with tentacles and teeth.
- Perseus defeating the Cetus saved Andromeda and the monster was sometimes also called Kraken in myths.
Kraken's Origins Revealed
- The Kraken is a Scandinavian sea monster first written about in the 1700s, often described with tentacles and big teeth.
- It likely comes from exaggerated sightings of the real giant squid near Scandinavia.
Triton Helps Jason's Crew
- Jason and the Argonauts were carried inland by a storm to a desert with their ship, where they prayed for help.
- Triton appeared, accepted their gift, and physically pushed their ship back to the sea like a merman.