Drakes are a type of dragon typically portrayed as smaller, lesser dragons compared to their larger counterparts. They often lack wings and are more animalistic in behavior, resembling large reptiles or serpents. In some legends, drakes are associated with guarding treasures or lairs.

Firedrakes are dragons associated with fire and are often depicted breathing flames. They are fearsome creatures found in various mythologies and are sometimes portrayed as elemental beings embodying the destructive power of fire.

Sea serpents are dragon-like creatures found in maritime folklore and mythology. They are often described as long, serpent-like creatures with scaly bodies and sometimes multiple heads. Sea serpents are believed to inhabit the depths of the ocean and are associated with maritime dangers and mysteries.

Wyverns are legendary creatures similar to dragons but with some distinct differences. They typically have two legs instead of four, wings, and a barbed tail. Unlike dragons, wyverns are often portrayed as more animalistic and aggressive, lacking the intelligence and magical abilities commonly attributed to dragons.

European dragon lore is rich and diverse, with dragons appearing in the myths and legends of many cultures across the continent. These dragons often symbolize chaos, greed, and the triumph of good over evil. The most famous example is perhaps the dragon slain by Saint George, a Christian martyr celebrated for his defeat of the dragon, which was terrorizing a city.

In Slavic mythology, dragons are often depicted as malevolent beings associated with water and chaos. The Zmey Gorynych is a notable Slavic dragon, depicted as a multi-headed serpent that breathes fire and is often defeated by heroic knights or saints.

Dragons are a common motif in medieval European art and literature, often depicted as monstrous beasts fought by brave knights or heroes. These dragons symbolize the struggle between good and evil, with the hero representing righteousness overcoming the dragon’s malevolence.

Amphipteres are winged serpents or dragons with no legs, often depicted in heraldry and medieval art. They resemble large snakes with wings attached to their bodies. While they are not as common in mythology as other dragon species, they are occasionally mentioned in folklore and literature.

Bolla is a dragon from Albanian folklore, said to dwell in rivers and lakes. It is depicted as a large, winged, serpent-like creature with the ability to shape-shift into various forms. According to legend, it must be fed a daily diet of sheep. The hero Skanderbeg slays the dragon and frees the countryside from its tyrrany.

Germanic folklore also features dragons, often portrayed as fierce and formidable creatures guarding hoards of treasure. The Lindworm is a serpent-like dragon found in Germanic folklore, while the Drachenfels (“Dragon’s Rock”) is a famous landmark associated with dragon legends in Germany.

Hydras are multi-headed dragons or serpents found in Greek and Roman mythology. They are known for their regenerative abilities, with two heads growing back for every one that is cut off. The most famous Hydra is the Lernaean Hydra, slain by Hercules as one of his twelve labors.

The Knucker is a type of dragon from English folklore, particularly associated with Sussex. Described as a large, wingless dragon that dwells in marshes or lakes, the Knucker is known for its ferocity and greed, often demanding sacrifices from nearby villages.

The Tarasque is a legendary dragon-like creature from French folklore, particularly associated with the town of Tarascon. Described as a hybrid creature with the body of a dragon, the head of a lion, six short legs like a bear, and a scaly, turtle-like shell on its back, the Tarasque terrorized the countryside until it was tamed and subdued by Saint Martha.

Typhon is a monstrous serpent-like creature from Greek mythology, considered one of the most powerful and fearsome beings in the Greek pantheon. Described as having a hundred dragon heads with fire-breathing mouths, Typhon battled the gods of Olympus in a cosmic struggle for supremacy.

The Vouivre is a dragon-like creature from French and Swiss folklore, often depicted as a winged serpent or dragon with the ability to breathe fire. It is associated with bodies of water such as lakes and rivers and is said to guard hidden treasures.

In Norse mythology, dragons were known as “ormr” or “dreki.” One famous Norse dragon is Níðhöggr, who gnaws at the roots of the World Tree, Yggdrasil. Another notable Norse dragon is Fafnir, who guarded a cursed treasure and was eventually slain by the hero Sigurd.

Fafnir is a dragon from Norse mythology, featured prominently in the Völsunga saga and the Poetic Edda. Originally a dwarf who was transformed into a dragon after being cursed by a ring of gold. He guards a hoard of treasure and is eventually slain by the hero Sigurd.

In Norse mythology, Jörmungandr, also known as the Midgard Serpent, is a giant sea serpent that encircles the earth and holds its tail in its mouth. It is one of three children of the trickster god Loki and the giantess Angrboða, along with the wolf Fenrir and the half-dead woman Hel. According to myth, Jörmungandr encircles the world and is destined to battle the god Thor during Ragnarök, the end of the world.

Amhuluk is a dragon-like creature from Native American mythology, particularly associated with the Chinook people of the Pacific Northwest. It is often depicted as a giant serpent or dragon that dwells in lakes or rivers and is said to devour anyone who ventures too close to its waters.

Quetzalcoatl is a feathered serpent deity from Aztec mythology, revered as the god of wind, air, and learning. Depicted as a large, feathered serpent with colorful plumage, Quetzalcoatl is associated with creation, fertility, and the cycles of life and death.

Chinese dragons, known as “Long” in Chinese, are revered creatures symbolizing power, strength, and good luck. They are typically depicted as long, serpentine creatures with scaled bodies, clawed feet, and often with a mane or whiskers. Chinese dragons are associated with water and are believed to control rain, rivers, and oceans.

Lung is a Chinese dragon from Chinese mythology, revered as a symbol of power, strength, and good fortune. Lung is often depicted as a long, serpentine creature with the head of a camel, horns of a deer, eyes of a hare, ears of a bull, and scales of a fish, among other attributes.

The Bakunawa is a dragon or serpent-like creature from Philippine mythology, often depicted as a giant sea serpent or dragon that lives in the ocean. It is believed to be responsible for eclipses, as it is said to swallow the moon or sun during these celestial events.

Gorynych is a three-headed dragon from Russian folklore, often depicted as a fire-breathing monster terrorizing villages and towns. It is said to be incredibly powerful and difficult to defeat, requiring heroes of great skill and courage to overcome.

Illuyanka is a dragon from Hittite mythology, depicted as a monstrous serpent or dragon that battles the storm god Tarhunz. In one myth, Tarhunz defeats Illuyanka by tricking him into becoming drunk and vulnerable.

In Sumerian mythology, Kur is a dragon-like creature that represents the underworld or the realm of the dead. It is often depicted as a monstrous serpent or dragon coiled around the earth. Kur is sometimes depicted as the adversary of the storm god Enlil.

The Sirrush, also known as the Mushussu, is a dragon-like creature from ancient Mesopotamian mythology, particularly associated with Babylonian and Assyrian art. It is depicted as a composite creature with the body of a snake, the forelegs of a lion, the hind legs of an eagle, and the horns of a goat.

Taniwha are dragon-like creatures from Māori mythology, found in the mythology of the indigenous people of New Zealand. They are believed to inhabit bodies of water such as lakes, rivers, and oceans, and are both protectors and guardians of these places.

Tiamat is a primordial goddess of the ocean from Babylonian mythology, often depicted as a monstrous dragon or serpent. In the Enuma Elish, Tiamat battles the god Marduk but is ultimately defeated and slain, with her body divided to create the heavens and earth.

In Hindu mythology, Vritra is a serpent or dragon-like demon associated with drought and chaos. He is often depicted as a fearsome serpent or dragon coiled around mountains, holding back the waters until he is defeated by the god Indra.

Yamata no Orochi is a legendary eight-headed and eight-tailed dragon from Japanese mythology. It is often depicted as a massive serpent-like creature with multiple heads and tails. It is defeated by the hero Susanoo to save a village from its wrath.

The Zilant is a dragon-like creature from Tatar and Russian folklore, associated with the city of Kazan in modern-day Russia. It is depicted as a winged serpent with a dragon head wearing a crest or crown on its head, and is often portrayed as a guardian spirit or protector of the city.