Emela-ntouka

Overview

Introduction

Emela-ntouka means "Killer of Elephants" or "Water-Elephant." Also referred to as Aseka-moke, Ngamba-namae, and Emia-ntouka. Generically referred to as as Mokele-mbembe.

Possible a ceratopsian dinosaur like the Monoclonius or Centrosaurus. Could also be an unknown type of rhino that is semi-aquatic.

Description

Body

About the size of an elephant and even bigger than an elephant. Heavy tail like a crocodile. Has a single horn located on the front of the head. Horn resembles the ivory tusk of an elephant.

Skin

Brownish to grey and elephant like. No hair.

Tracks

Legs are heavy and support the body from beneath. Footprints are the size of an elephant and has three toes or claw marks.

Sound

Compared to a snort, howl, roar, rumble, or growl.

Habitat

Likouala swap region of the Republic of Congo on the continent of Africa. Lives in the rivers and lakes of the area.

Diet

Malombo, leafy plants, and leaves.

Behavior

Kills buffaloes and elephants by stabbing them with its horn.

Sightings

Expeditions

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Page Updated 2002-01-21