Dragons Never Existed: The True Origin of Myths Revealed.

According to ТСН: The image of the dragon is actively present in modern cinema; however, experts claim that these mythical creatures never existed in the way they are portrayed in movies. Legends of dragons were formed based on ancient dinosaur fossils.

History of Dragons

Dragons are mythical creatures that, as we know, never existed in the form we observe today. They appeared in legends and myths throughout history. They were usually described as scaly creatures with long tails, similar to large lizards, although over time their images gained wings and the ability to breathe fire.

Over time, the image of the dragon changed. By the end of the 2nd millennium BC, dragons were often depicted as giant snakes. In Ancient Egypt, their image became more aggressive; they gained the ability to breathe fire and spit poison.

Only centuries later did the version of dragons that could fly and breathe fire appear, as we see them in modern films, particularly in 'Game of Thrones.'

Origin of Legends

The simplest theory as to why people believed in dragons is that it may be related to dinosaurs. Legends of dragons existed long before dinosaur fossils were discovered. However, when huge bones were found, they were often mistakenly taken for the remains of ancient dragons.

'The very image could have told us this — these massive scaly creatures are quite similar to many dinosaurs, albeit with some fantastical embellishments,' experts note.

Thus, the fact that dinosaur remains were initially mistakenly considered to be dragons only fed these stories and carried them into modern times.

Unique Modern Reptiles

Among modern reptiles, there are also sailfin lizards, Hydrosaurus, which are referred to as 'sailfin dragons.' These tropical animals from Indonesia and the Philippines are characterized by a large tail 'sail,' the ability to run on water, and bright mating colors. However, their populations are at risk due to illegal trade and destruction of their natural habitats.

Thus, stories about dragons that saturate popular culture have their roots in ancient notions of creatures that never existed. The use of dinosaur fossils as a source of inspiration has influenced the formation of the mythology of the unknown, which continues to live in our imagination. Modern scientific research and environmental conservation undoubtedly help preserve not only real reptiles but also the historical heritage associated with myths about dragons.