LECHUZA
AKA: La Lechuza | Owl Witch | Bruja Lechuza
📍 QUICK FACTS
| Origin: | Mexican-American Border Region |
| State/Region: | Texas |
| Country: | USA/Mexico |
| First Sighting: | Pre-Columbian |
| Category: | Spirit |
📖 DESCRIPTION
La Lechuza is a prominent figure in Mexican and Tex-Mex folklore - a bruja (witch) who can transform into a giant owl with a human woman's face. She seeks revenge on those who wronged her or simply hunts the unwary.
👁️ FAMOUS SIGHTINGS
- ►Countless reports along the Rio Grande Valley
- ►Reports of giant owls with human faces continue
🎭 CULTURAL SIGNIFICANCE
La Lechuza is deeply ingrained in Hispanic culture along the border, serving as a cautionary figure about treating others well and respecting the supernatural.
🃏 METAZOO CARD
Lechuza
Ufo 1st Edition
Gold
