Wampus cat

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A wampus cat is a cat-like creature in American folklore that varies widely in appearance, ranging from frightful to comical, depending on region. It has its origins in Cherokee mythology and Appalachian legend. It is also known as a "gallywampus" in Missouri, "whistling wampus" in the Ozarks, simply "wampus" in Appalachia.

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