Bashe is the name of a mythical giant reptile in the Chinese Mythology. It is believed to be similar to the South American version of ‘boa constrictor’ or African version of ‘mamba’. It is an extra large reptile and are believed to kill it’s prey by crushing and swallow them whole. It is believed to have the ability to eat elephants but however needed 3 years to digest the bones. Chinese folklore researchers link Bashe to monstrous serpent found in Lake Dongting. There were other names for it such as Xiushe or Ranshe. Some had indeed believe it is actually a snake which is being used in cult activities among the ancient people who are called Yue.
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