Annku
Annku is a concept that appears in some Indigenous Australian cultures, particularly those of the Central Desert region. It refers to a type of spiritual or ancestral being, often depicted as a large, powerful creature that roams the land. Annku are sometimes associated with creation stories and the shaping of the physical landscape. These beings are not necessarily benevolent or malevolent but represent a force of nature that must be respected.
Descriptions of Annku vary among different language groups and Dreaming tracks. Some accounts describe them as
The presence of Annku is said to influence the natural world and the lives of people. They