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Mbói Tu'ĩ

Mbói tu'ĩ is a mythological creature from Guaraní folklore, which is an indigenous group from South America. It is said to be a giant snake with a beak and wings.

Imagine a very big and long snake, like the ones you see in the zoo, but this one is much bigger, like as long as a river! And it has wings, like a bird, so it can fly in the sky.

The mbói tu'ĩ also has a beak, kind of like a bird's nose, but much bigger. It uses its beak to catch its prey, which are other animals like birds or smaller snakes.

In Guaraní folklore, the mbói tu'ĩ is also said to have magical powers. It can make people fall asleep if they see it, so they won't be afraid. It can also control the weather, like making it rain or making the sun shine.

People from the Guaraní tribe have been telling stories about the mbói tu'ĩ for many years. They believe that it is a sacred animal that represents nature's power and secrets.