Dragon

A dragon is a mythical creature in the folklore of cultures throughout the world. It is roughly serpentine and often combines traits from different animals, including wings and claws. Dragons have been viewed differently across traditions. East Asian dragons were usually positive beings associated with water and imperial power in China, while Western dragons have often been portrayed as fire-breathing embodiments of evil associated with death.

Classification

Mythical creature

Typical form

Roughly serpentine, often with features such as wings and claws

Chinese associations

Water and imperial power