The Sigbin or Sigben is a creature in Philippine mythology said to come out at night to suck the blood of victims from their shadows. It is said to walk backwards with its head lowered between its hind legs, and to have the ability to become invisible (have a stealth ability) to other creatures, especially humans.

In Philippine mythology, the Sigbin is a captivating and enigmatic figure, shrouded in mystery and fear. With an appearance that evokes comparisons to Western vampires and werewolves, it remains distinctly rooted in Filipino cultural lore.

In the shadowed groves and whispered tales of the Philippines, there lurks a creature as enigmatic as it is feared: the Sigbin. This elusive being, woven into the fabric of Southeast …

According to the legend, there are families known as Sigbinan ("those who own Sigbin ") whose members possess the power to command these creatures, and are said to keep the Sigbin in jars made of clay.

There is a creature which is believed a rare kind of an animal, dwell in the forest of the south in the Philippines. Similar to a goat and/or a kangaroo. The face looks like a bat.. with long fangs, red eyes.

Many accounts portray the Sigbin as a vampire or carnivore that lives in remote forests of central and south Philippines and hunts at night for animals and humans alike. According to Philippine folklore, the Sigbin is a creature with supernatural abilities, such as the ability to become invisible to other creatures, especially humans.

In the heart of the Philippines, a land rich in diverse traditions and stories, resides an enigmatic creature that has captivated the imaginations of generations – the mysterious Sigbin. Within …

Dec 7, 2023 · Sigbin folklore is reportedly widespread in the Visayas and Mindanao Islands of central and southern Philippines. Many accounts portray the Sigbin as a vampire or carnivore that lives in remote forests of central and south Philippines and hunts at …

May 15, 2024 · The Sigbin is a malevolent creature from the rich tapestry of Philippine mythology, known for its foul stench and ability to steal the hearts of its victims. The Sigbin has captured …

Mar 22, 2025 · Sigbin is a reference from Filipino folklore which refers to an occult creature believed to be part of mythical folklore. The concept of Sigbin is most prevalent in the Central and Southern regions of the Philippines and has rendered immense fear among locals and children due to its infamously creepy attributes.