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Sihuanaba

Sihuanaba is a scary figure, or creature, from Central American folklore. She is often described as a beautiful woman with long hair who appears to men who are traveling alone at night. When men see her, they feel entranced by her beauty and follow her. But as they get closer, they see that her face has turned into that of a horse, her feet have turned backward, and she has no teeth. Her beautiful appearance disappears and is replaced by a hideous and frightening one.

People believe that Sihuanaba uses her powers to lure men into danger, and some say that she devours them. Others believe that she is a protector of the forest and comes to warn people who are doing harm to trees and wildlife.

But no matter what people believe, the message is clear: be careful when traveling alone at night and always be aware of your surroundings. Don't let your guard down just because someone or something looks beautiful. Sometimes, things are not what they seem.