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The Inkanyamba is a legendary serpent said to be living in a waterfall lake area in the northern forests near Pietermaritzburg most commonly in the base of Howick Falls, South Africa. The Zulu people of the area believe it to be a large serpent with an equine head. It is a very tall creature. Most active in the summer months, it is believed that the Inkanyamba's anger causes the seasonal storms. thumb|Howick Falls The Zulu people believed that when you make eye contact with the Inkanyamba you are in danger of losing your life.

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Mythical creature.name
Inkanyamba
Mythical creature.Country
South Africa
Mythical creature.Region
Howick Falls
Mythical creature.Details
Found in water
Mythical creature.First_Attested
Danish, South Africa

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The Inkanyamba is a legendary serpent said to be living in a waterfall lake area in the northern forests near Pietermaritzburg most commonly in the base of Howick Falls, South Africa. The Zulu people of the area believe it to be a large serpent with an equine head. It is a very tall creature. Most active in the summer months, it is believed that the Inkanyamba's anger causes the seasonal storms. thumb|Howick Falls The Zulu people believed that when you make eye contact with the Inkanyamba you are in danger of losing your life.

== In popular culture == Inkanyamba was featured in the 4th season of the Canadian documentary series Mystery Hunters.

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