Aglebemu was a giant lake monster of
Wabanaki legend who dammed up a great river (usually the St. John River or Penobscot River)
and caused it to run dry, resulting in a drought.
Ultimately he was defeated and turned into a bullfrog by the culture hero
Glooskap. In some anthropological
texts he is referred to as "Mitche-hant," which simply means "evil creature" and is used to refer to many
different monsters. "Kci Cekolhs" or "Kci-Coqols" literally means "giant frog."
Recommended Books of Related Native American Legends
When the Chenoo Howls: Native American Tales of Terror:
A good collection of Native American monster stories by an Abenaki author, including a well-told Aglebemu legend.
Giants of the Dawnland:
Excellent collection of Wabanaki legends told by a Penobscot Indian author.
Seven Eyes, Seven Legs:
Another great book of myths and folktales told and illustrated by an Abenaki artist.
Algonquian Spirit:
Rich anthology of stories, songs, and oral history from the Wabanaki and other Algonquian tribes.
American Indian cultures
Glooskap Fights the Water Monster: 
The Monster That Swallowed The Stream: 
