Monstrum: Basilisk or Cockatrice? The Mysterious King of Serpents
A venomous snake who can kill with its gaze alone, the basilisk has terrified people for thousands of years. But it also has another name: the cockatrice. That’s right. The reptile-chicken hybrid creature and the poisonous snake are actually the same monster. Find out how a real snake likely inspired tales of this mythological serpent. Part of the "Monstrum" series.
Media Details
Runtime: 10 minutes 30 seconds
- Topic: Arts, Literature
- Subtopic: Folklore, Mythology, Storytelling
- Grade/Interest Level: 9 - 12
- Release Year: 2021
- Producer/Distributor: PBS Digital Studios
- Series: Monstrum
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