Tradition: Chinese Mythology
Alternative Names: 蠪蛭 (Lóngzhì)
Category: Fox
The Myth
Longzhi is a monstrous fox-like creature with nine heads and nine tails. Its paws resemble those of a tiger, giving it the claws and appearance of a formidable predator. Despite its foxlike body, the creature has a terrifying voice that sounds like the cries of a human baby, making its presence especially unsettling.
Longzhi is a dangerous man-eating beast that attacks and devours humans. Its nine heads and nine tails distinguish it from ordinary foxes and other supernatural animals, while its tiger-like claws make it a fearsome hunter. The creature combines the cunning appearance of a fox with the strength and ferocity of a predator, making it a particularly monstrous being in Chinese mythology.
Sources
“蠪姪 (Lóngzhí).” Chinese Wikipedia. Wikimedia Foundation. Accessed October 12, 2026. https://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E8%A0%AA%E5%A7%AA