Ἰνδικά 14: Fragm. XIV. · Ælian, Hist Anim, XVI. 41. Conf. Fragm. XII. 4. · Of Winged Scorpions and Serpents.

Ancient India as Described by Megasthenês and Arrian 14

Language: English

14

Megasthenes says there are winged scorpions in India of enormous size, which sting Europeans and natives alike. There are also serpents which are likewise winged. These do not go abroad during the day, but by night, when they let fall urine, which if it lights upon any one's skin at once raises putrid sores thereon. Such is the statement of Megasthenes.

Previous: 13b
Next: 15

Linked texts (1)

Ἰνδικά — Μεγασθένης, Ancient Greek