An Alphyn , also known as awfyn or alfin, is a rare heraldic creature. It is much like a heraldic tyger but stockier and with tufts of hair covering its body, and also has a thick mane and long thin tongue. Another notable characteristic is its knotted tail, similar to that of the Griffin. Sometimes it has eagles or dragons talons on its forelegs and other times they are cloven, like a goat's. Occasionally all four feet have the claws of a lion but it is very rare.
heraldic: relating to heraldry
heraldry: the system by which coats of arms and other armorial bearings are devised, described, and regulated
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