Fantastic Land Beasts and Where to (Maybe?) Find Them

The Carta Marina is filled with many fantastical creatures, both of the sea and land. The land beasts are often depicted as large, menacing creatures that seem to be a mix of various animals. Some of the more notable land monsters include a large griffon-like creature, a strange nest of birds, and various other strange creatures that seem to be a combination of different animals. These creatures were likely inspired by the myths and legends of the time, as well as the limited knowledge of the natural world that existed in the 16th century.