Mythological sea creatures/monsters have been intriguing the imaginations of human kind for hundreds of years. Everything from Mermaids to the Ogopogo. The question this begs is, are any of these creatures possibly remotely based on existing, real-life animals?

I have always been curious on this very topic and so, I have decided to explore it. One animal that could possibly have inspired the mermaid myth could possibly be a species of stingray called a guitarfish, much like the one seen here.

Not quite as beautiful as Ariel from the Little Mermaid, but intriguing nonethess isn’t it?

Another sea creature that could have inspired “Sea Monster” myths could possibly be the Squid or Octopus. After all, sailors in the days of Columbus reported seeing large animals consistent with these animals. Many researchers and sci-fi fanatics alike are intrigued by the squid because it truly is an animal that looks out of this world, as you can see in this video.

Dear readers I cannot cover all the creatures I wish to in this one article so there will be others to come.However, If I may encourage you to do so, it may be interesting for you to do your own researches and studies. I will cover one more animal in this one however,monster sharks.

Like megalodon which many people call “prehistoric” but may be a relative of the Great White, we also have the frill shark.

If you have ever seen Jaws you may have some idea

It is easy to see why people are intrigued and fascinated by these monsters of the deep, and sailors “myths” of “Sea Monsters” may not have been all in their minds. Amazing creatures are still found all the time, food for thought. I hope you found this interesting,unique and informative.