Mythological hybrid animals or chimeras are known worldwide, including combinations of dragons and horses. In Greek mythology, the Hippocamp or Hippocampus (lit. "horse sea-monster"), which supposedly has the head and front legs of a horse and the hindquarters of a dragon or fish, parallels the longma. [16]

In ancient Chinese legend and mythology, the horse-dragon, or Longma, is a mystical and majestic creature that was highly respected and revered as the omen of good luck. This horse, with a dragon’s head and scales, remains the symbol of power and freedom and is often seen as the spirit of the Yellow River.

The Dragon Horse holds a significant place in the spiritual realm of Chinese mythology. It is often regarded as a protector, warding off evil spirits and misfortune. In Taoism, the Dragon Horse symbolizes the balance of yin and yang, embodying the harmony between strength and gentleness.

The Longma is a fabled winged horse with dragon scales in Chinese mythology. According to Chinese mythology, seeing a Longma was a good omen and embodiment of an admirable mythological ruler of ancient China.

The longma is a fabled winged horse with dragon scales in Chinese mythology. Seeing a longma was an omen of a legendary sage-ruler, particularly one of the Thre...