mitmeregonna
Mitmeregonna is a mythical creature of Mediterranean folklore that is said to inhabit the coastal cliffs and rocky inlets of the eastern Mediterranean region. The name is a blend of the German word “Mitte” (middle) and the Italian “reggione” (region), hinting at its perceived role as a guardian of the central Mediterranean basin. Legends describe the mitmeregonna as a majestic, serpentine beast with a body that resembles that of a white sea snake, covered in iridescent scales that reflect the colors of sunrise and sunset. Its head bears a pair of luminous, amber eyes and a crest of feather‑like filaments that fan out when it breaches the water surface.
The creature is credited in regional tales with controlling the tides, ensuring calm waters for fishermen,
Scholars view the mitmeregonna as a cultural symbol that merges maritime mythology with practical knowledge of