What Species is the Water Monkey? Does It Really Exist? Let's Learn Some Knowledge!

Hello everyone, welcome to this episode of 'A Duo Sees the World.' 'Water Monkey' refers to the kind of water spirit that people often talk about. Legend says they feed on human blood, are incredibly strong in rivers, and can pull swimmers underwater. Such legends are told throughout China, so superstitious adults often use them to scare children, warning them not to swim alone in rivers or lakes, or they'll encounter water monkeys. So, what exactly is the 'water monkey' – what kind of creature is it? Today, let's find out.

It is said that the 'water monkey' looks like an ape and lives in the water. It's very good at swimming and often travels between rivers and lakes. Once it leaves the water surface, its limbs become soft. Only when it's in the water is it at its strongest, even stronger than a human. That's why it can pull people underwater. So, does this legendary monster exist? What kind of creature is it? In fact, scientists have been studying these questions. Many scientists have tried to prove the existence of the 'water monkey.' After years of research, the most scientific explanation is that the legendary 'water monkey' is actually the otter.