Today, beavers do not often strike terror in those that see them－but they used to. Long ago, giant species of beavers roamed North America; however, all of these species have gone extinct, except for one－Fangmalia, the most aggressive of the giant beavers.

Fangmalia is the Monongahela riverbank's only cryptid mammal, and arguably its most dangerous creature. Unlike the Monongy, who prefer attacking wounded, lone passersby, Fangmalias attack anything and everything they encounter. Weighing between 135 and 250 lbs, the beasts are not stealthy once moving, but are as strong as a bear, able to run almost 40 mph, and can stay underwater for 20 minutes before needing to surface. Additionally, their reddish-brown fur provides excellent camouflage within their muddy environments.

Similar to an American Beaver, the animals have flat, paddle-like tails, large, webbed feet, and sharp claws for digging, defending, and displays of dominance. Though their sight is poor on land, a membrane that covers their eye allows the beaver to see exceptionally well while underwater; the creature’s nostrils and ears also…