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Podcast episodes about Dobhar-chú

Also called Dobhar chu, Dobarcu, King otter

The 10 best episodes we found about Dobhar-chú, from 10 different shows. Recent and well-loved episodes first.

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  1. Dobhar-chú: Why the long face?!

    Greg's Cryptid Corner May 27, 2026 · 34 min

    Today we're camping on the shore of Glenade Lough in County Leitram, Ireland, to learn about a centuries old Irish cryptid, the Dobhar-chú. While I trip over the pronunciations of just about every Irish word, we'll dig into a violent encounter with the…

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  2. Michael's Marine Mysteries: Dobhar-chú the King Otter S.5 Ep.13

    Cryptids Of The Corn Mar 25, 2024 · 50 min

    Dobhar-chú: Also known as the “King Otter” and the “Irish Crocodile,” the Dobhar-chú is a fearsome cryptid said to hunt and travel in pairs, stalking the loughs of Ireland and ambushing any who stray too near to the water’s edge. Could it be a being of…

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  3. Ep. 33 Dobhar-Chú: Ireland’s Terrifying Otter

    Kraken Cans Cast: Cryptids, Urban Legends, and All Things Spooky Mar 25, 2025 · 71 min

    This week on Kraken Cans Cast, we dive into the legend of the Dobhar-Chú, Ireland’s terrifying half-otter, half-hound cryptid. We explore its origins, historical sightings, and the most famous encounters with this mysterious creature. Plus, we discuss…

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  4. Dobhar-Chú: The Dark History Behind Ireland’s Infamous King of Otters

    Cryptids Across the Atlas Dec 1, 2022 · 12 min

    Have you heard of the “King of Otters” from Northwestern Ireland? Legend has it, this otter isn’t your average adorable river rat that juggles rocks and links arms with its mate while floating down the river. No, this otter is said to be the downfall of a few…

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  5. Dobhar-chú: The Otter King of Irish Folklore

    Ye Olde Crime Aug 13, 2025 · 53 min

    Lindsay and Madison discuss the Dobhar-chú, as well as why you should stick to the rivers and the lakes that you’re used to, that you should never provoke a giant otter hybrid, and that some saints have giant heads. Information pulled from the following…

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  6. Ep:2 The Dobhar-Chú

    Stolen Brain Podcast Jun 26, 2025 · 29 min

    The Dobhar-Chú is an Irish otter like cryptid said to reside in glenade lake Co Leitrim that has been spotted for hundreds of years, but unlike most other legends this cryptid took a life.

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  7. Dobhar-chú

    Pisrógs Feb 10, 2021 · 39 min

    At Glenade lake in County Leitrim a mythical creature known as the Dobhar-chú was said to have murdered a woman whilst she washed clothes, a tombstone exists supposedly depicting this act. Aran and Luke dive in to the murky depths of the stories and songs…

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  8. Ep. 151 Dobhar-chú

    Bug in a Rug Mar 16, 2024 · 18 min

    All hail the Otter King this St. Patrick's Day! The Irish legend of the Dobhar-chú warns of its appetite for human flesh... so let's maybe not go chase it down for the protective properties of its fur. Twitter and Instagram - @biarpodcast Facebook - Bug in a…

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  9. Dobhar-Chú: Electric Boogaloo

    Monster Fuzz May 27, 2020 · 73 min

    Join us as we take a closer look at the Dobhar Chu or King Otter of Leitrim, Ireland.Become a supporter of this podcast: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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  10. 106: Ningen & Dobhar-chú The Cryptids - Myths, Magic and Murder

    Myths, Magic and Murder Jul 30, 2023 · 40 min

    This week we're back to talk about some cryptids. Kate talks about Ireland's Dobhar-chú - a large mythical otter said to freak out the locals. Abbie talks about the Japanese urban legend of the Ningen, a whale type creature that has yet to be discovered... We…

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Episodes found through Apple Podcasts search, updated Oct 12, 2026. Links open the episode on Apple Podcasts.