Manananggal

A frightening creature that splits its body in half and flies with bat-like wings at night.  

Meet the Manananggal

Manananggals are said to prey on sleeping villagers, especially at night.  

How would you stop a manananggal if you saw one flying outside?

Manananggal (mah-nah-nang-GAHL) – Means “one who removes itself” in Filipino.

A woman whose upper body flies away with wings, leaving her lower body behind.

In rural villages and farms.

Villagers say sprinkling salt or garlic on its lower half will stop it from reattaching.

One of the scariest creatures in Philippine folklore, featured in many scary movies.