Aztec Mythology

The bloodthirsty Gods of Ancient Mexico

AZCATL

Aztec fabulous creature

Picture of the Aztec fabulous creature Azcatl from our Aztec mythology image library. Illustration by Chas Saunders.

The amazing Red Ant that supplied the fuel power Quetzalcoatl needed to keep the human race going

Quetzalcoatl came across him humping a kernel of maize bigger than himself with no trouble. After a little persuasion (involving intimidation) the ant was forced to reveal his secret store. Which was inside a grain mountain inside a mountain and contained no end of nutritious goodies and seeds.

This was the beginning of breakfast for the undernourished human race. We hope this makes you feel wiser when you tuck into your Cornflakes in the morning.

Azcatl Facts and Figures

Name: Azcatl
Pronunciation: Coming soon
Alternative names:

Gender: Male
Type: fabulous creature
Celebration or Feast Day: Unknown at present

Role: Unknown at present

Good/Evil Rating: GOOD, quite approachable
Popularity index: 5583

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Article last revised on April 08, 2019 by the Godchecker data dwarves.
Editors: Peter J. Allen, Chas Saunders

References: Coming soon.

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